标签： Grenada

In a significant move to bolster climate-resilient agriculture, the Partnership Initiative for Sustainable Land Management (PISLM) has delivered a substantial shipment of advanced farming equipment to Grenada’s Ministry of Agriculture and Lands, Forestry and Marine Resources. The consignment, valued at over US$114,000, arrived in a 40-foot container containing critical resources for sustainable farming practices.

The comprehensive equipment package includes state-of-the-art drip irrigation systems, robust shade house structures measuring 9m x 32m (576 m²), and solar-powered pumping units complete with solar panels and suction piping. These technologies are specifically designed to mitigate heat stress, protect crops from extreme weather conditions, and enable irrigation through renewable, off-grid energy sources.

Project Manager Trevor Thompson formally presented the equipment to Allison Haynes, National Focal Point and Chief Agronomist within the Ministry. This initiative forms part of the broader Caribbean Small Island Developing States (SIDS) multicountry soil management program under the SOILCARE Project’s first phase, focusing on Integrated Landscape Restoration and Climate Resilient food systems.

Financed by the Global Environment Facility (GEF) with implementation support from the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), this investment specifically targets enhanced land and water management across key farming communities in Chambord, St Patrick, Belair, and Dumfries. The strategic distribution plan allocates irrigation equipment to Chambord, climate-resilient shade house structures to Dumfries, and additional support for the Belair Propagation Facility through the Carriacou Integrated Landscape Management Project.

Thompson emphasized the urgency of this intervention, noting that “Chambord, along with Carriacou, was severely impacted by Hurricane Beryl last year. These areas continue to face severe land degradation. We are working hand-in-hand with national partners to ensure farmers have the tools, technologies, and support needed to adapt, thrive, secure their livelihoods, and achieve land degradation neutrality.”

Haynes expressed the Ministry’s appreciation, stating that the support would significantly help farmers and government institutions become more productive while restoring landscapes affected by degradation. The equipment will also facilitate nursery development and restoration activities at the Government Estate Nursery.

Headquartered in Grenada, PISLM reaffirmed its ongoing commitment to supporting Caribbean farmers in sustainable land and soil management, enhancing climate-smart production, and reducing vulnerability to drought and extreme weather events across the region.

Grenada has taken a significant step forward in its commitment to sustainable ocean governance and blue economy development by participating in the 15th High-Level Forum on the Korea–Caribbean Partnership. Held on November 18, 2025, in Seoul, Republic of Korea, the forum convened senior representatives from Caribbean nations and Korea to explore collaborative efforts in maritime resilience, ocean governance, and sustainable blue economy initiatives.

From November 17 to 19, US military personnel stationed at the US Embassy in Guyana joined forces with 28 members of the Royal Grenada Police Force (RGPF) for a critical medical skills exchange in Grenada. This initiative aimed to enhance immediate first-response capabilities and improve pre-hospital care for injured individuals. Participants from various RGPF departments trained alongside their US counterparts, focusing on life-saving techniques and emergency medical procedures. The collaboration underscored the shared commitment of both nations to strengthening public safety and professional capacity. On the final day of the training, RGPF Commissioner Randy Connaught and US Embassy Grenada Principal Officer Cindy Diouf observed the sessions and engaged with participants. Principal Officer Diouf expressed her gratitude, stating, ‘It’s incredible what we can accomplish together, and it was a joy to meet the new RGPF recruits. I am grateful for the outstanding leadership of the RGPF and the generosity of my US military colleagues.’ This exchange not only bolstered the skills of the RGPF but also deepened bilateral cooperation between the United States and Grenada, ultimately benefiting the people of Grenada.