{"id":11302,"date":"2024-10-14T20:39:25","date_gmt":"2024-10-14T20:39:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/agriculture.gov.ag\/?p=11302"},"modified":"2024-10-15T18:27:09","modified_gmt":"2024-10-15T18:27:09","slug":"international-day-for-rural-women-by-shenequa-williams-and-carol-faye-bynoe-george","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/agriculture.gov.ag\/index.php\/2024\/10\/14\/international-day-for-rural-women-by-shenequa-williams-and-carol-faye-bynoe-george\/","title":{"rendered":"International Day for Rural Women by Shenequa Williams and Carol-Faye Bynoe-George"},"content":{"rendered":"

This year’s International Day for Rural Women on October 15 celebrates the theme “Rural Women Cultivating Good Food for All<\/strong>.” It highlights the vital role rural women play in agriculture, food security, and environmental sustainability. Established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2007, this day recognizes the often-overlooked contributions of women in rural communities around the world.<\/p>\n

In Antigua and Barbuda, women in agriculture are crucial to the country\u2019s food supply equally as their importance to rural development.\u00a0 Professionals and leaders like Dr. Diandra Payne<\/strong>, Dr. Chere Kellman<\/strong>, and Dr. Nneka Hull<\/strong> James<\/strong> from the Veterinary Division, Dr. Janil Gore-Francis<\/strong>\/Chief Plant Protection Officer, Mrs. Maud<\/strong> Vere Bradford<\/strong>\/Senior Research Officer for the Ministry of Agriculture are making an impact in their areas of expertise ensuring animal health, promoting livestock and crop sustainability, plant protection, seeds production and supporting local farmers. Their work not only safeguards animal and public health but also enhances yield and food production, which is vital for both rural and urban communities.<\/p>\n

Additionally, female Agricultural Extension\/District officers such as Anika Aska<\/strong> and Oneicia Anthony<\/strong> support producers like Corliss Cheryl Henry<\/strong>, Erica Phillip<\/strong>,\u00a0Julia Roberts,<\/strong> Blondie Jacobs<\/strong>, Keisha Knight<\/strong>, Miriam Samuel<\/strong>, Monique Barrow<\/strong>, Nicole Browne<\/strong> and Bakeisha James<\/strong> to name a few are stalwarts in the Agricultural Industry.\u00a0 These very hard working women have been contributing to our food baskets for many many years and continue to do so.\u00a0 Interestingly, some of these ladies had or still have other professions but still find the time to demonstrate their commitment, never-ending love and passion for the sector, good nutrition and Food Security.<\/strong><\/p>\n

As, we mark International Rural Women\u2019s Day<\/strong>, we openly celebrate the resilience and leadership of women who contribute daily to ensure the future of Antigua and Barbuda food systems and economy. Their work embodies this year\u2019s theme of cultivating good services and nutritional food for the benefits of all.<\/p>\n

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