Coconut Workshop Outcomes Report (Full Version)
Posted on: March 19 2018
Written by: Ian Ivery, CARDI/CTA Consultant,Judith Francis, CTA & Janet Lawrence,CARDI December 31 2013
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Publication Category: Agriculture
FAO/INFOODS Global food composition database for pulses – version 1.0 (uPulses1.0) - 2017
Posted on: February 01 2017
Written by: FAO/INFOODS January 31 2017
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Publication Category: Agriculture
The FAO/INFOODS Global Food Composition Database for Pulses (uPulses) provides nutrient values for pulses, a subgroup of legumes that includes dry edible seeds with low fat content. The majority of data are analytical data complemented by data from other published sources covering data for foods in raw and processed forms on proximates, minerals, vitamins, phytate, amino acids and fatty acids fractions. The data compilation process followed standards and guidelines outlined by FAO/INFOODS, and the species were selected based on the importance of the pulse and the available data. Emphasize is put on nutrient variations among different species, varieties and origin. The data are available in Excel format alongside with a comprehensive documentation in PDF format at: http://www.fao.org/infoods/infoods/tables-and-databases/faoinfoods-databases/en/
Findings of the independent cost-benefit assessment of the options for strategic re-orientation of WECAFC
Posted on: January 20 2017
Written by: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations December 30 2016
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FAO technical paper: Vulnerable Marine Ecosystems: Processes and Practices in the High Seas
Posted on: January 06 2017
Written by: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations December 01 2016
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Publication Category: Agriculture
Kindly be informed that a new FAO technical paper “Vulnerable Marine Ecosystems: Processes and Practices in the High Seas”, is now available on-line.
This publication on” Vulnerable Marine Ecosystems: Processes and Practices in the High Seas” catalogues the achievements that have been made since 2006 on the identification and protection of vulnerable marine ecosystems (VMEs) from significant adverse impacts caused by fishing with bottom contact gears in the high seas. It is a consolidated output of the FAO VME Portal and DataBase (www.fao.org/in-action/vulnerable-marine-ecosystems/en/), which was requested by the UNGA in Resolution 61/105 (Paragraph 90) to support States and regional fisheries management organisations and arrangements (RFMO/As) in protecting VMEs.
The publication provides regional fisheries management bodies, States, and other interested parties with a summary of existing regional measures to protect vulnerable marine ecosystems from significant adverse impacts caused by deep-sea fisheries using bottom contact gears in the high seas. It compiles and summarizes information on the processes and practices of the regional fishery management bodies, with mandates to manage deep-sea fisheries in the high seas, to protect vulnerable marine ecosystems.
The publication includes a chapter on the Western Central Atlantic Ocean, the mandate area of the Western Central Atlantic Fishery Commission (WECAFC).
Strengthening organizations and collective action in fisheries: Workshop report and case studies
Posted on: December 08 2016
Written by: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations December 01 2016
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A new FAO publication “Strengthening organizations and collective action in fisheries: Workshop report and case studies”, is now available here and on-line.
This document provides a summary of the presentations, discussions, working group sessions and recommendations of the workshop “Strengthening organizations and collective action in fisheries: towards the formulation of a capacity development programme,” held in Barbados on 4–6 November 2014. It also includes in-depth case studies of fisher organizations and collective action in Barbados, Belize, Brazil, Costa Rica, India, Indonesia, Norway, Tanzania, Timor Leste, and the United States of America.
PDF URLs:
http://www.fao.org/3/a-i6205e.pdf
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http://www.fao.org/documents/card/en/c/80b4460f-f6a7-45b8-814a-8407d221cea7/
Report of the 16th session of WECAFC
Posted on: December 08 2016
Written by: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations December 01 2016
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The Report of the 16th session of the Western Central Atlantic Fishery Commission (WECAFC) is now available on-line.
The Sixteenth Session of the Western Central Atlantic Fishery Commission was held in Guadeloupe, France, from 20 to 24 June 2016. The session was attended by 28 members of the Commission. Observers from four Regional Fishery Bodies (RFBs) and four intergovernmental organizations also participated.
The Commission adopted five regional fisheries management recommendations respectively on: 1) the regional plan for the management and conservation of Queen conch, 2) spiny lobster management and conservation, 3) the sub-regional fisheries management plan for flyingfish, 4) the management of deep sea fisheries in the high seas, and 5) the management of shrimp and groundfish resources. The Commission also adopted two resolutions on: 1) sea cucumber fisheries management and aquaculture, and 2) Marine Protected Areas as fisheries management tool in the Caribbean.
The Commission agreed to launch a process to establish a Regional Fisheries Management Organization (RFMO) in the WECAFC area of competence, being the Western Central Atlantic (area 31) and the Northern part of the South West Atlantic (area 41) and to collaborate in fisheries management and conservation in the Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction (ABNJ) of straddling stocks, deep sea fish stocks and highly migratory species that are not under the mandate of ICCAT. The Commission discussed intersessional activities of Working Groups and regional collaboration in addressing Illegal, Unregulated and Unreported (IUU) fishing, and approved the Programme of Work (2016–17).
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http://www.fao.org/3/a-i6031t.pdf
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http://www.fao.org/documents/card/en/c/953b66e3-4b10-40ad-b689-6acb06505657/
Chefs For Development: The Role of Chefs in Linking Agriculture to Tourism in the South Pacific
Posted on: October 06 2016
Written by: The Technical Centre for Agricultural and Rural Cooperation (CTA) July 01 2016
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Chefs For Development: The Role of Chefs in Linking Agriculture to Tourism in the South Pacific
By Robert Oliver and Dr Tracy Berno. CTA, 2016.
The coastal and inland fisheries, tropical climate and fertile soils of South Pacific nations support the production of fresh ingredients that are healthy, nutritious and vitamin rich. Although traditional Pacific cuisine based on these fresh local ingredients is alive and well in the homes of Pacific Islanders, much of the food served in the tourism industry is imported and fails to deliver an authentic South Pacific cuisine experience to visitors. Many Pacific tourism menus are based on Western-style dishes which require the importation of significant amounts of food from overseas (estimated to comprise up to 80-90% of food consumed in some tourism operations for example). Some menus do offer 'Pacific food'. For the most part this cuisine is often inauthentic and reflects what has come to be expected as Pacific Island 'tourism food' at themed island-night events, and is more often than not a mere parody of traditional foods. This is a lost opportunity for both the countries of the South Pacific and the visitors they host.
Reducing the CARICOM Food Import Bill and the Real Cost of Food: Policy and Investment Options
Posted on: September 06 2016
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Publication Category: Agriculture
This study analyses the composition and policy options surrounding the food import bill (FIB) of the CARICOM Member States, as well as policy options for its reduction. This study, commissioned by the FAO Project on “Promoting CARICOM/CARIFORUM Food Security” for the CARICOM Secretariat and for the benefit of CARICOM Member States, explores the composition (in product terms), value (in both absolute terms and relative to key variables), and policy/investment options for national governments concerned with rising levels of food imports.
Climate Change Adaptation Strategies for Agriculture
Posted on: August 08 2016
Written by: Agriculture Research and Outreach Organization
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Publication Category: Agriculture
Climate Change and moreso Climate Variability, are thematic areas of paramount concern for the Caribbean Region. These concerns have been focused on high impact extreme weather events, to which the agricultural sector is extremely vulnerable. It's vulnerability is predicated on the fact that the majority of agricultural production in the Region is open field, susceptible to natural hazards such as hurricanes, flooding and drought and dependent on rainfall, being also characterized as 'rain-fed agriculture'. Based on current experiences and climate models for the future, the emerging Caribbean context is that of increased risk towards natural hazards and reduced water availability for agriculture based on increasingly variable rainfall patterns.
Directory: Selected CARIFORUM Food Producer Groups, Buyers and Service Providers, Volume 1
Posted on: July 06 2016
Written by: Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA), 2015
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Publication Category: Agriculture
Drought characteristics and management in the Caribbean
Posted on: June 28 2016
Written by: FAO
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Publication Category: Agriculture
The Caribbean accounts for seven of the world’s top 36 water-stressed countries. Barbados is in the top ten. The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) defines countries like Barbados, Antigua and Barbuda, and St. Kitts and Nevis as water-scarce with less than 1000 m3 freshwater resources per capita. The predominant practice of rainfed agricultural production means the region is vulnerable to the very variable and unpredictable rainfall.
This report reviews information on drought characteristics and management in the Caribbean region, identifies the relevant national and regional agencies and focal points involved in drought management, and brings together information on their work at national and regional level.
What’s the big deal about MSMEs?
Posted on: June 22 2016
Written by: Intra-ACP Agricultural Policy Programme (APP) June 21 2016
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Publication Category: Agriculture
This Feature highlights the importance of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in agriculture in the Caribbean, and the role that they play in the development process. It recognises that in spite of their initiative, self investment and hard work, small agriculture based business owners do face challenges. It urges ‘policy’ to understand core needs and create the framework necessary for MSMEs to survive, thrive and inspire a new crop of agricultural enterprises.
ELECTRONIC CARIBBEAN PRODUCE MARKETING CORPORATION (ECPMC) FEASIBILITY REPORT
Posted on: June 15 2016
Written by: PROPEL April 08 2016
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Publication Category: Agriculture
This report explores the different types and functionality of e-commerce platforms and evaluates key lessons learnt in different regions. It examines the potential motivation and benefits of key partners and users, and considers practical factors for engagement and deployment addressing relevant generic as well as Caribbean specific challenges. Finally, this report presents a potential approach, including a team structure, indicative costs and timeline required to establish a functional, sustainable Pan-Caribbean e-platform that could facilitate Producers and High Value Market (HVM) buyers in establishing wider trade for Fresh Produce in the Caribbean. However, this would require substantial up-front investment from donors, an appetite for risk and a long-term financial and personnel commitment in what is a highly fragmented sector.
Strengthening Sustainable Agriculture in the Caribbean: A guide for project support and guidelines
Posted on: June 15 2016
Written by: Compete Caribbean June 30 2014
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Caribbean agriculture consisted of the production and export of traditional bulk commodities, notably bananas and sugar, as well as rice, coffee and cocoa.
This activity was based on preferential trade arrangements with the European Union, under the Lomé Conventions and The Cotonou Agreement. With the removal of preferential access based on quotas for traditional crops and other reforms to the EU’s trading policies, as well as the increased pressure of globalization, Caribbean agriculture has struggled to compete internationally, and has experienced considerable reductions in the production of crops for local consumption as well.
Agriculture is also a key source of employment in many Caribbean countries, accounting for approximately 16% of the overall employment in the region — 30% in Guyana, 25% in Dominica, 20% in St.Lucia, and 18% in Jamaica.
Continued decline in agriculture will therefore have significant impacts on the economic and social viability of rural communities; and if left unchecked, will likely result in deterioration of real incomes and an increase in poverty rates in rural communities.
PROPEL Digest January 2016
Posted on: May 12 2016
Written by: PROPEL January 31 2016
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Publication Category: Agriculture
The January 2016 edition of the PROPEL Digest features a new business initiative to move fresh produce between Barbados and OECS via schooner as well as a lead story on the cessation of the operations in the Caribbean of the Canadian Hunger Foundation (CHF) and the taking over of PROPEL’s management by WUSC.
Reducing the CARICOM Food Import Bill and the Real Cost of Food: Policy and Investment Options
Posted on: January 17 2016
Written by: Sacha Silva, Robert Best
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Publication Category: Economical
This study, commissioned by the FAO Project on “Promoting CARICOM/CARIFORUM Food Security” for the CARICOM Secretariat and for the benefit of CARICOM Member States, explores the composition (in product terms), value (in both absolute terms and relative to key variables), and policy/investment options for national governments concerned with rising levels of food imports.
CARICOM-Canada Negotiations: Prospects for the CARICOM Agriculture and Fisheries Sector
Posted on: January 17 2016
Written by: OTN
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Publication Category: Agriculture
The CARICOM agricultural sector is characterized by a combination of
small and medium-scale enterprises both at the primary and secondary
stages of production. The historical domination of the sector by
plantation export agriculture has all but disappeared in some countries
but retains its significance in a select number. The bulk of the sector
consists of highly diversified, mainly domestic-oriented enterprises
CARICOM/CARIFORUM FRESH AND PROCESSED PRODUCE MARKET- OPPORTUNITY STUDY
Posted on: January 17 2016
Written by: FOOD AND AGRICULUTRE ORGANIZATION
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Publication Category: Agriculture
The CARICOM Fresh and Processed Market Opportunity Study was conducted during March and April 2009. The methodology used included desk research on production and trade databases, review of recent fresh and processed produce industry studies and field visits and interviews. The quality and reliability of the available production and trade data posed some limitations on the analysis. However, all attempts were made to validate the existing data and to ensure that the conclusions arrived at were in line with observed industry trends.
This report documents the findings of the CARICOM (Excluding Haiti and the Dominican Republicion,gs of the market opportunity study for fresh and processed produce) Market Opportunity Study. The study was undertaken to identify the 5 national and / or regional agri-food value chains, which will become pilot projects for support by FAO with the objective of becoming demonstration models to catalyse further adoption across the region, demonstrating private sector led, value chain approaches to reduce rural poverty and enhance national and regional food security.
DEVELOPING AN ACTION PLAN FOR PROMOTION OF A REGIONAL AGRIBUSINESS SECTOR AND TARGETED COMMODITY ENTERPRISES (Part 1)
Posted on: January 17 2016
Written by: LANDELL MILLS DEVELOPMENT CONSULTANTS
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Publication Category: Agriculture
DEVELOPING AN ACTION PLAN FOR PROMOTION OF A REGIONAL AGRIBUSINESS SECTOR AND TARGETED COMMODITY ENTERPRISES (Part 2)
Posted on: January 17 2016
Written by: LANDELL MILLS DEVELOPMENT CONSULTANTS
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Publication Category: Agriculture
DEVELOPING AN ACTION PLAN FOR PROMOTION OF A REGIONAL AGRIBUSINESS SECTOR AND TARGETED COMMODITY ENTERPRISES (Part 3)
Posted on: January 17 2016
Written by: LANDELL MILLS DEVELOPMENT CONSULTANTS
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Publication Category: Agriculture
DEVELOPING AN ACTION PLAN FOR PROMOTION OF A REGIONAL AGRIBUSINESS SECTOR AND TARGETED COMMODITY ENTERPRISES (Part 4)
Posted on: January 17 2016
Written by: LANDELL MILLS DEVELOPMENT CONSULTANTS
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Publication Category: Agriculture
CARICOM Food & Nutrition Policy Brief Series #5 : TRADE AND FOOD SECURITY (FOOD SAFETY AND TBTs)
Posted on: January 17 2016
Written by: CARICOM
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Publication Category: Economical
CARICOM Food & Nutrition Policy Brief Series #5 : TRADE AND FOOD SECURITY (FOOD SAFETY AND TBTs)
Agrotourism Study
Posted on: January 17 2016
Written by: E. Harvey
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Publication Category: Economical
CARICOM View, July 2011 “Food Security in CARICOM”
Posted on: January 17 2016
Written by: CARICOM July 01 2011
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CARICOM View, July 2011 “Food Security in CARICOM”
Posted on: January 17 2016
Written by: Robert Best and Lawrence Placide November 01 2006
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Publication Category: Agriculture
An Assessment of the Agri-Food Distribution Services Industry in CARICOM
Regional Food & Nutrition Security Policy
Posted on: January 17 2016
Written by: Council for Trade & Economic Development (COTED) (Agriculture) October 01 2010
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Publication Category: Agriculture
CARICOM’s Regional Food & Nutrition Security Policy, approved by the
Council for Trade & Economic Development (COTED) (Agriculture) in
October 2010.
The Global Market for Small Ruminant Meat - Sources of Supply and Competitiveness for the CARICOM Industry
Posted on: January 17 2016
Written by: Singh, R.H. (Ph.D), Seepersad, G. (Ph.D), Rankine, L.B. (Ph.D) December 01 2006
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The Global Market for Small Ruminant Meat - Sources of Supply and Competitiveness for the CARICOM Industry
Posted on: January 17 2016
Written by: Singh, R.H. (Ph.D), Seepersad, G. (Ph.D), Rankine, L.B. (Ph.D) December 01 2006
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Publication Category: Agriculture
The Global Market for Sweet Potato
The Regional Coconut Industry Global Market Intelligence
Posted on: January 17 2016
Written by: Singh, R.H. (Ph.D), Seepersad, G. (Ph.D) and Rankine, L.B. (Ph.D January 01 2008
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Publication Category: Agriculture
The Regional Coconut Industry
The Regional Hot Pepper Industry – COMPETIVENESS AND INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIES
Posted on: January 17 2016
Written by: Singh, R.H. (Ph.D), Seepersad, G. (Ph.D), Rankine, L.B. (Ph.D) January 01 2007
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Publication Category: Agriculture
The Regional Hot Pepper Industry
The Regional Hot Pepper Industry – Market Intelligence Report
Posted on: January 17 2016
Written by: Singh, R.H. (Ph.D), Seepersad, G. (Ph.D), Rankine, L.B. (Ph.D) December 01 2006
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Publication Category: Agriculture
The Regional Hot Pepper Industry
The Regional Papaya Industry – COMPETIVENESS AND INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIES
Posted on: January 13 2016
Written by: Singh, R.H. (Ph.D), Seepersad, G. (Ph.D), Rankine, L.B. (Ph.D) January 01 2007
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Publication Category: Agriculture
The Regional Papaya Industry
The Regional Papaya Industry – Market Intelligence Report
Posted on: January 13 2016
Written by: Singh, R.H. (Ph.D), Seepersad, G. (Ph.D), Rankine, L.B. (Ph.D) December 01 2006
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Publication Category: Agriculture
The Regional Papaya Industry – Market Intelligence Report
The Regional Small Ruminant Meat Industry – COMPETIVENESS AND INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIES -
Posted on: January 13 2016
Written by: Singh, R.H. (Ph.D), Seepersad, G. (Ph.D), Rankine, L.B. (Ph.D) December 01 2006
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The Regional Small Ruminant Meat Industry
The Regional Sweet Potato Industry – COMPETIVENESS AND INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIES
Posted on: January 13 2016
Written by: Singh, R.H. (Ph.D), Seepersad, G. (Ph.D), Rankine, L.B. (Ph.D) January 01 2008
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Publication Category: Agriculture
The Regional Sweet Potato Industry
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