Agriculture
USDA Opens Application Process for Full Scholarships for Students to Study Agricultural Disciplines
USDA 1890 National Scholars Program offers scholarships to U.S. citizens who are seeking a bachelor's degree at one of the 19 universities in the field of agriculture, food, natural resource sciences or related disciplines.
Institute of Tropical Forestry Offers Webinar on i-Tree Applications in Caribbean Research
This webinar will showcase the different research projects using the i-Tree tool in the Caribbean. Scientists will present how the i-Tree tool has been comprehensively used to carry out their research.
World Central Kitchen Names Nine V.I. Recipients of 4th Round of Grants
The funds will be used by program participants to finance capital improvements such as building chicken coops, upgrading food packing facilities, installing irrigation systems., and much more.
USDA Invests $50 Million to Improve Conservation Programs, Address Climate Change
The USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service is investing $50 million in 118 partnerships to expand access to conservation assistance for climate-smart agriculture and forestry, including four projects targeting the PR and the USVI.
SBA Deadline Approaching for Working Capital Loans for Disaster Declaration for Drought
Under this declaration, the SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan program is available to eligible farm-related and nonfarm-related entities that suffered financial losses as a direct result of this disaster.
NRCS Delivers Conservation Assistance, Healthier Natural Resources to Caribbean Area Farmers in 2021
In 2021, the U.S. Department of Agriculture – Natural Resources Conservation Service (USDA-NRCS) continued a proud tradition of working in partnership with farmers, ranchers and forest landowners in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI).
2022 Young Farmer Grant Program Applications Now Available
The National Young Farmers Coalition (Young Farmers) offers grants to help young and beginning farmers as well as ranchers start up and grow their businesses.
Caribbean Climate Assessment Workshop Set for Jan. 19
The Caribbean chapter of the Fifth National Climate Assessment will host a virtual workshop on Jan. 19 from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. to gather participants’ thoughts on the climate change issues that are most important to the U.S. Caribbean region.
Agriculture Alerts Public of Swine Disease in DR, Urges Travelers to Be Vigilant
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The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service is confident that its many existing preventative measures and mitigations, along with the protection zone, will protect the livestock industry from swine flu and ensure the continued export of U.S. pork.
USVI Agriculture and Food Fair Postpones 50th Annual Event Until May of 2022
The board would like the 50th Jubilee to be celebrated in grand fashion; however, with the current state of the pandemic and the recently discovered new variant, this may not be feasible.
USDA Revises Federal Order Suspending Interstate Movement of Swine Products From USVI, PR
The revised federal order, effective immediately, outlines mitigations that will allow certain products to move to the mainland, while continuing to provide the necessary protections against African swine fever.
Plaskett Reacts to USDA Order to Allow Interstate Movement of Swine Products From VI and PR
“As a member of the House Agriculture Committee, I am happy to announce that effective today certain swine products and byproducts are now permitted for interstate travel from the U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico to the mainland United States."
Agriculture Warns of Increased Threat of Disease to Livestock During Wet Weather
Wet and muddy pens and pastures put animals at risk for many health problems. Commissioner Nelson recommends that all farmers fix leaky roofs and improve drainage in and around animal pens.
Sign Up Now for Conservation Programs to Benefit Soil, Water, Plants and Animals
USDA--NRCS offers voluntary conservation programs to help Caribbean area farmers and landowners secure cleaner water and air, healthier soil and enhanced wildlife habitat while maintaining a vibrant agricultural business.
Commentary: Legislators, Be an Example and Protect St. Croix’s Prime Farmland
I was informed that there are discussions among some legislators who are thinking about exchanging prime government agricultural farmlands with other lands to allow a development to move forward. Act 6836 forbids the use of prime government agricultural lands for non-agricultural uses.
Bryan Signs Collective Bargaining Agreement for Department of Agriculture Employees
"The increased salaries for these and other positions will greatly assist the agency in meeting its staffing goals and improving the quality of life for the affected employees.”
USDA Announces First Sign-up Period for FY2022 Conservation Program Funds
The Environmental Quality Incentives Program is a voluntary conservation program that provides financial and technical assistance to farmers and ranchers to help install and implement conservation practices on eligible agricultural land.
St. Croix Filmmaker’s New Documentary Focuses on the Importance of Agriculture
St. Croix filmmaker Ramon Richardson recently released a documentary about the importance of agriculture on his home island.
World Central Kitchen to Host Virtual Panel on Food Resiliency in the Caribbean
The panel discussion, "Creating Resilient Food Systems in the Caribbean," will be held at 3 p.m., Monday, July 19.
Plaskett Gives Opening Statement at Hearing on Small Producers and Agricultural Markets
Chair of the House Agriculture Subcommittee on Biotechnology, Horticulture and Research Stacey Plaskett delivered the following statement at Monday's hearing titled “Supply Chain Recovery and Resiliency: Small Producers and Local Agricultural Markets.”
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The University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) Athletics Department has made the tough decision to cancel the remainder of the 2021-22 basketball season and the Spring 2022 season for track & field, citing the resurgence of COVID-19 cases across the United States and territories. #visource #usvi #sports ... See MoreSee Less
UVI Athletics Cancels Playing Season for Spring 2022
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The University of the Virgin Islands (UVI) Athletics Department has made the tough decision to cancel the remainder of the 2021-22 basketball season and the Spring 2022 season for track & field, citin...
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