{"id":17573,"date":"2026-06-10T19:31:35","date_gmt":"2026-06-10T19:31:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/agriculture.gov.ag\/?p=17573"},"modified":"2026-06-10T19:31:35","modified_gmt":"2026-06-10T19:31:35","slug":"the-ministry-of-agriculture-lands-fisheries-the-blue-economy-remains-committed-to-advancing-sustainable-development-strengthening-food-security-and-empowering-the-agricultural-sector-in-antigua","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/agriculture.gov.ag\/index.php\/2026\/06\/10\/the-ministry-of-agriculture-lands-fisheries-the-blue-economy-remains-committed-to-advancing-sustainable-development-strengthening-food-security-and-empowering-the-agricultural-sector-in-antigua\/","title":{"rendered":"The Ministry of Agriculture, Lands, Fisheries &#038; The Blue Economy remains committed to advancing sustainable development, strengthening food security, and empowering the agricultural sector in Antigua and Barbuda."},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs x126k92a\">\n<div dir=\"auto\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-17574 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/agriculture.gov.ag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/720437735_1445154610964881_1174179374382012515_n-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/agriculture.gov.ag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/720437735_1445154610964881_1174179374382012515_n-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/agriculture.gov.ag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/720437735_1445154610964881_1174179374382012515_n-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/agriculture.gov.ag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/720437735_1445154610964881_1174179374382012515_n-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/agriculture.gov.ag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/720437735_1445154610964881_1174179374382012515_n.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/>Through the dedicated efforts of farmers, fishers, livestock producers, and stakeholders, the Ministry continues to promote innovation, resilience, growth across agriculture and the blue economy.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a\">\n<div dir=\"auto\">From crop cultivation and livestock production to fisheries management and land development, the Ministry plays a vital role in supporting livelihoods and ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a\">\n<div dir=\"auto\">By embracing modern agricultural practices, encouraging local food production, and protecting our natural resources, we are building stronger communities and a more food-secure nation.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a\">\n<div dir=\"auto\">The Ministry also recognizes the importance of partnerships, education, and community engagement in achieving national development goals.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a\">\n<div dir=\"auto\">Together, we are cultivating opportunities, preserving our environment, and creating pathways for economic growth. As we continue to invest in agriculture and sustainable practices, we reaffirm our commitment to nourishing our people, protecting our lands and seas, and building a greener, healthier, and more prosperous Antigua and Barbuda for all. <span class=\"html-span xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1hl2dhg x16tdsg8 x1vvkbs x3nfvp2 x1j61x8r x1fcty0u xdj266r xat24cr xm2jcoa x1mpyi22 xxymvpz xlup9mm x1kky2od\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"xz74otr x15mokao x1ga7v0g x16uus16 xbiv7yw\" src=\"https:\/\/static.xx.fbcdn.net\/images\/emoji.php\/v9\/t69\/1\/16\/1f331.png\" alt=\"\ud83c\udf31\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" \/><\/span><span class=\"html-span xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1hl2dhg x16tdsg8 x1vvkbs x3nfvp2 x1j61x8r x1fcty0u xdj266r xat24cr xm2jcoa x1mpyi22 xxymvpz xlup9mm x1kky2od\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"xz74otr x15mokao x1ga7v0g x16uus16 xbiv7yw\" src=\"https:\/\/static.xx.fbcdn.net\/images\/emoji.php\/v9\/t50\/1\/16\/1f404.png\" alt=\"\ud83d\udc04\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" \/><\/span><span class=\"html-span xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1hl2dhg x16tdsg8 x1vvkbs x3nfvp2 x1j61x8r x1fcty0u xdj266r xat24cr xm2jcoa x1mpyi22 xxymvpz xlup9mm x1kky2od\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"xz74otr x15mokao x1ga7v0g x16uus16 xbiv7yw\" src=\"https:\/\/static.xx.fbcdn.net\/images\/emoji.php\/v9\/t21\/1\/16\/1f41f.png\" alt=\"\ud83d\udc1f\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" \/><\/span><span class=\"html-span xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1hl2dhg x16tdsg8 x1vvkbs x3nfvp2 x1j61x8r x1fcty0u xdj266r xat24cr xm2jcoa x1mpyi22 xxymvpz xlup9mm x1kky2od\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"xz74otr x15mokao x1ga7v0g x16uus16 xbiv7yw\" src=\"https:\/\/static.xx.fbcdn.net\/images\/emoji.php\/v9\/tbc\/1\/16\/1f30a.png\" alt=\"\ud83c\udf0a\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Through the dedicated efforts of farmers, fishers, livestock producers, and stakeholders, the Ministry continues to promote innovation, resilience, growth across agriculture and the blue economy. 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