Juan Cheaz

FAO Representative a.i. for Barbados

[Juan Cheaz @CheazJuan]

@FAOCaribbean Value chain development with an integrated approach seeks to benefit all stakeholders, including those in the broader environment of the production system being introduced. They include young people interested in agribusiness and the community.

[Juan Cheaz @CheazJuan]

@FAOCaribbean This type of technical training is one of the building blocks of our integrated approach to value chain development in the Caribbean. This is value chain development in action.

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As Chief Fisheries Officer in Barbados, Dr. Shelly-Ann Cox was a tireless advocate for sustainable fisheries & a respected leader whose vision helped shape the future of the sector in Barbados & across the Caribbean.

We extend our condolences to her loved ones & colleagues.

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FAO is supporting the Ministry of Agriculture with the installation of Nutrient Film Technique (NFT) hydroponic systems at the Orange Hill Research Station in 🇻🇨. The initiative promotes climate-smart agriculture & will serve as a demonstration site for innovative techniques 💡.

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NFT hydroponic systems use less water, maximize space, improve nutrient efficiency, and support year-round crop production. By reducing water and fertilizer waste, NFT offers a climate-smart solution for more sustainable & resilient agriculture in St. Vincent & the Grenadines🇻🇨.

[Juan Cheaz @CheazJuan]

@FAOCaribbean The action continues, commodity by commodity, country by country, upgrading the most needed and promising segments of the chain based on evidence, introducing appropriate technologies and techniques. That is value chain development in action!!!

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During his official visit to Barbados, Rene Orellana Halkyer, @FAOAmericasADG, met Hon. Shantal Munro-Knight, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Nutritional Security, and reaffirmed FAO’s support for advancing Barbados’ agrifood systems transformation.

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FAO and the Ministry of Agriculture are empowering farmers with practical skills for hot pepper production 🌶️ Day 1 of training in 🇻🇨 is complete, covering value chain opportunities, seed selection and nursery management #ValueChains

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🌶️Day 2 continues with hot pepper training in 🇻🇨.

Farmers will learn about irrigation, pest & disease control, and post-harvest management for quality #HotPeppers

[FAO in the Caribbean @FAOCaribbean]

FAO with the Ministry of Agriculture in 🇻🇨is supporting hands-on hot pepper training 🌶️ Day 1 focused on practical field work to share best practices in irrigation systems including field prep, layout and installation #HotPeppers🌶️🌶️

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Day 2⃣ of practical hot pepper training in 🇻🇨FAO and the Ministry of Agriculture are guiding farmers through irrigation system installation and hands-on demonstrations of operation and fertigation practices #HotPeppers🌶️

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FAO and the Ministry of Agriculture hot pepper training in 🇻🇨is being led by Jamaican specialist Luke Lee. The aim is to strengthen local capacity for better production for a market-oriented hot pepper 🌶️🌶️#ValueChain

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🟠On the occasion of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, @FAOCaribbean joins the United Nations Secretary-General’s “UNiTE” @MujerRuralALC campaign to end violence against women and girls✋.

#16Days #WomenWithRights #OrangeDay #NoExcuse #UNiTE

[Juan Cheaz @CheazJuan]

@FAOCaribbean Next generation food and ahricultural entrepreneurs!👏🏼

[FAO in the Caribbean @FAOCaribbean]

🇻🇨 FAO and Ministry of Ag. technicians are making great progress at the SVG Technical College, where the Nutrient Film Technique (NFT) hydroponic system is coming together. This setup will support hands-on training for students in climate-smart production.

[Juan Cheaz @CheazJuan]

@FAOCaribbean Working in collaboration with Technical College to bring technology close to the future youth agri-entrepreneurs.

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🇻🇨 In collaboration with Ministry of Agriculture, FAO is retrofitting the Technical College greenhouse with a Nutrient Film Technique (NFT) hydroponic system — showcasing sustainable, climate-smart solutions for year-round crop production 🌿

[Juan Cheaz @CheazJuan]

@FAOCaribbean Making good use of existing materials and new materials for Better Production.

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🇻🇨Hands-on learning in action! FAO and the Ministry of Ag. are setting up a Nutrient Film Technique (NFT) hydroponic system, demonstrating each step of its layout and installation to promote water-smart food production 🌿.

[Juan Cheaz @CheazJuan]

@FAOCaribbean These are essential conditions for stronger market linkages and sustained access to locally produced nutritious foods.