Dear Young People, The first YPARD Jamaica Country Chapter came onboard last year with a mission to serve as a local platform that seeks to encourage and support young professionals across disciplines, parishes and backgrounds to realize their full potential and contribute towards innovative agricultural development. Our main activities have included the development of our Country Charter which pinpoints Food Safety, Security... Continue reading

For the tourist hoping to experience authentic local cuisine on one of our famous golden beaches, they may be disappointed to know that only a small fraction of food in our hotels is provided by local farmers and fishermen, with the majority being imported from areas outside the Caribbean basin. Unfortunately, inconsistencies in quality and quantity of produce, natural disasters and... Continue reading