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Welcome to the Ministry of Agriculture Website<\/strong><\/h1>\n

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LEADERSHIP ACROSS OUR AGRICULTURAL SECTORS \"\ud83c\udde6\ud83c\uddec\"<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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The Ministry of Agriculture, Lands, Fisheries & the Blue Economy continues its work toward strengthening food production, supporting farmers and fishers, managing our land resources, and advancing opportunities within the blue economy.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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At the forefront of the Ministry\u2019s leadership are Honourable Anthony Smith Jr., Minister and Honourable Randy Baltimore, Minister of State responsible for Agriculture, Lands, Fisheries and the Blue Economy<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Together with the Ministry\u2019s technical and administrative teams, the focus remains on building stronger and more resilient sectors that contribute to food security, sustainable development, economic opportunity, and the responsible use of Antigua and Barbuda\u2019s natural resources.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Growing Agriculture. Strengthening Communities. Protecting Our Resources. Advancing the Blue Economy. GOOD LEADERSHIP MATTERS<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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