JAS official says agriculture is poised for more growth
JAS official says agriculture is poised for more growth Jamaica Gleaner
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Government Investments in Irrigation Systems for Farmers
With massive government investments in irrigation systems for farmers, the agricultural sector is poised for greater development and growth. Outgoing first Vice-President of the Jamaica Agricultural Society (JAS), Denton Alvaranga, believes that with irrigation expansion and other support from the Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA), the sector should do well.
Encouragement from Recent Agricultural Show
Alvaranga expressed his encouragement after seeing the produce on display at the recent 69th Denbigh Agricultural, Industrial and Food Show in Clarendon. He stated, “The potential is tremendous, and I am very encouraged, very excited about that. When I look at the small ruminant sector, incentives that are coming from RADA, in terms of land preparation and planting material, things are heading in the right direction.”
Alvaranga, who was honored by the JAS at the show for his more than 35 years’ contribution to the agricultural industry, highlighted the support being provided through various agencies, stating that it “will boost production”.
Upcoming Irrigation Schemes
The St Elizabeth-based Pedro Plains irrigation scheme will soon come on stream, while over $300 million has been allocated for the 2023-24 financial year to conduct activities for a major irrigation scheme. This scheme will involve lifting water from the Black River to the Pedro Plains of St Elizabeth Southern.
Recognition for Denton Alvaranga
Alvaranga, who will not be seeking re-election, expressed his satisfaction with the involvement of many youths and women in farming. The Custos of Clarendon, William Shagoury, praised Alvaranga for his distinguished service to the farming sector and for his success in keeping the Denbigh Agricultural Show going.
The President of the JAS, Lenworth Fulton, commended Alvaranga for his volunteer work with the Jamaica 4-H Clubs and other organizations. Fulton stated that the honor bestowed upon Alvaranga is an appreciation for the time he has dedicated to building the agricultural sector.
The JAS has a mission to ensure the protection and promotion of farmers’ interests through a vigorous, independent, and financially viable organization. They provide services to farmers and assist them in gaining access to resources provided by the Government and its agencies. – JIS
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 2: Zero Hunger | 2.4: By 2030, ensure sustainable food production systems and implement resilient agricultural practices that increase productivity and production, that help maintain ecosystems, that strengthen capacity for adaptation to climate change, extreme weather, drought, flooding and other disasters and that progressively improve land and soil quality. | – Investments in irrigation systems for farmers – Expansion of irrigation and support from the Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA) – Support provided through various agencies to boost production |
| SDG 5: Gender Equality | 5.a: Undertake reforms to give women equal rights to economic resources, as well as access to ownership and control over land and other forms of property, financial services, inheritance and natural resources, in accordance with national laws. | – Mention of the involvement of women in farming |
| SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth | 8.3: Promote development-oriented policies that support productive activities, decent job creation, entrepreneurship, creativity and innovation, and encourage the formalization and growth of micro-, small- and medium-sized enterprises, including through access to financial services. | – Support provided to farmers to gain access to resources provided by the Government and its agencies |
1. Which SDGs are addressed or connected to the issues highlighted in the article?
- SDG 2: Zero Hunger
- SDG 5: Gender Equality
- SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
2. What specific targets under those SDGs can be identified based on the article’s content?
- Target 2.4: By 2030, ensure sustainable food production systems and implement resilient agricultural practices that increase productivity and production, that help maintain ecosystems, that strengthen capacity for adaptation to climate change, extreme weather, drought, flooding and other disasters and that progressively improve land and soil quality.
- Target 5.a: Undertake reforms to give women equal rights to economic resources, as well as access to ownership and control over land and other forms of property, financial services, inheritance and natural resources, in accordance with national laws.
- Target 8.3: Promote development-oriented policies that support productive activities, decent job creation, entrepreneurship, creativity and innovation, and encourage the formalization and growth of micro-, small- and medium-sized enterprises, including through access to financial services.
3. Are there any indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets?
- Investments in irrigation systems for farmers
- Expansion of irrigation and support from the Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA)
- Support provided through various agencies to boost production
- Mention of the involvement of women in farming
- Support provided to farmers to gain access to resources provided by the Government and its agencies
4. SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 2: Zero Hunger | 2.4: By 2030, ensure sustainable food production systems and implement resilient agricultural practices that increase productivity and production, that help maintain ecosystems, that strengthen capacity for adaptation to climate change, extreme weather, drought, flooding and other disasters and that progressively improve land and soil quality. | – Investments in irrigation systems for farmers – Expansion of irrigation and support from the Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA) – Support provided through various agencies to boost production |
| SDG 5: Gender Equality | 5.a: Undertake reforms to give women equal rights to economic resources, as well as access to ownership and control over land and other forms of property, financial services, inheritance and natural resources, in accordance with national laws. | – Mention of the involvement of women in farming |
| SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth | 8.3: Promote development-oriented policies that support productive activities, decent job creation, entrepreneurship, creativity and innovation, and encourage the formalization and growth of micro-, small- and medium-sized enterprises, including through access to financial services. | – Support provided to farmers to gain access to resources provided by the Government and its agencies |
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Source: jamaica-gleaner.com
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