Dominica-China Agricultural Science Complex launches, PM Skerrit calls it 'proud moment'
PM Skerrit attended the commissioning of the Dominica-China Agriculture Science Complex Building and called it a 'proud moment'
2025-08-01 17:36:14

"This new and modern facility takes us nearer to meeting these objectives, as well as the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals of increased access to innovative technologies and viable Agri food systems by enabling the production of high quality, disease resistant seedlings," said PM Skerrit.While outlining the government's aim behind these initiatives, the Prime Minister said that boosting the capacity of local farmers will help them in meeting demand, improving quality and increasing the competitiveness in the local and regional markets. He further added that this will ensure that the backbone of the nation's economy, the agricultural sector is thriving. PM Skerrit also recalled the severe impact of weather events on the agricultural systems in recent years, which reminded the government of the need for constant innovation in agriculture. "This facility is therefore essential in enhancing our climate resilience in the aftermath of heavy rains and floods," he added. Not only this, but the Prime Minister also talked about the establishment of a national seed bank which will serve as a strategic national resource in post-disaster recovery. He said that in the immediate to short term, the government is looking at expansion of crop production with the provision of clean planting material and the improved health of the crops island wide with the elimination of plant viruses. PM Skerrit further talked about the construction of the international airport and said, "I believe with the construction of the international airport, we will soon have a ready market for our local flowers with same day delivery to the destinations." He also urged the citizens to make sure that this is a niche market that they can start preparing for without waiting for the airport. "This is completed, and the opportunities are there, and we're not ready to take advantage of them," he said. With all this in mind, the Prime Minister of Dominica emphasized that there is no doubt that this new facility puts the country in a position to revolutionize several aspects of the agricultural sector and use technology to increase efficiency, productivity, and sustainability in our food production.
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