{"id":4429,"date":"2022-10-26T13:57:06","date_gmt":"2022-10-26T13:57:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/agriculture.gov.ag\/?p=4429"},"modified":"2022-10-27T16:41:00","modified_gmt":"2022-10-27T16:41:00","slug":"the-climax-of-mafba-world-food-day-celebrations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/agriculture.gov.ag\/index.php\/2022\/10\/26\/the-climax-of-mafba-world-food-day-celebrations\/","title":{"rendered":"The Climax of MAFBA World Food Day Celebrations"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Barbuda Affairs (MAFBA) commemorated 2022 World Food Day with activities and events.\u00a0 From Wednesday 12th <\/sup>to 23rd<\/sup> October and commenced with a conference for the Agro-processors. \u00a0Other activities included a \u201cPlant A Seed\u201d Initiative in three schools, a tour of CARDI Facility, a church service at the Urling\u2019s Moravian Church, followed by food packages donated to three organizations which take care of the needy, physically and mentally challenged persons in our society. \u00a0Additionally, there were televised interviews of professionals within the Agricultural sector, schools\u2019 visits by the MAFBA staff and the grand finale which was a Livestock Exhibition hosted by the National Livestock Association (NLA) in collaboration with MAFBA.<\/p>\n

The Fair took place last Sunday 23rd <\/sup>October in the Botanical Gardens also known to some as the Victoria Park.\u00a0 Prime Minister of Antigua & Barbuda, Hon. Gaston Browne and Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries & Barbuda Affairs, Hon. Samantha Marshall were present at the event.\u00a0 Prime Minister Browne was clearly impressed by the condition of the livestock animals and complimented the owners for the hard work they were doing in the quest of \u201cFood Security\u201d. <\/strong><\/p>\n

The day was an atmosphere of sheer splendor for families and friends to enjoy the outdoors while seeing the animals that were showcased.\u00a0 For all to see there were massive cows, hybrid goats, sheep, humongous pigs, ducks, turkeys, rabbits, chickens and guinea birds.\u00a0 \u201cI am very surprised that notwithstanding the sustaining draughts that we have experienced in the last few years especially the last two years that we still have livestock is still in such good condition. Commendations are to all of the livestock farmers and I want to pledge the continued support of the Cabinet Decision to help our livestock farmers, to help them to grow and expand\u201d, Prime Minster Browne said. <\/strong><\/p>\n

The ruminants and other animals were judged by a panel of judges comprising of past and present employees from the Ministry of Agriculture.\u00a0\u00a0 The 2022 Livestock results are as follows:-<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
AWARDS<\/th>\nAWARDEES<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Prime Minister Award \u201cHon Gaston Browne\u201d BEST IN SHOW 2022<\/td>\nKevin Elliott<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Cool & Smooth Trophy \u201cChampion 2022\u201d<\/td>\nKevin Elliott<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Agriculture Minister Award \u201cBest Local Livestock\u201d<\/td>\nFitzmorgan Greenaway<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
MAFBA Permanent Secretary Award \u201cBest Imported Livestock<\/td>\nTelly Cornelius<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

 <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
BEST CATTLE<\/th>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1st<\/sup> Place<\/td>\nFitzmorgan Greenaway<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2nd<\/sup> Place<\/td>\nKevin Elliott<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
3rd<\/sup> Place<\/td>\nWentworth Matthew<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

 <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
BEST PIG<\/th>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1st<\/sup> Place<\/td>\nJason Roberts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2nd<\/sup> Place<\/td>\nVaughn Simon<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
3rd<\/sup> Place<\/td>\nKevin Elliott<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

 <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
BEST GOAT<\/th>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1st<\/sup> Place<\/td>\nTelly Cornelius<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2nd<\/sup> Place<\/td>\nKem Browne<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
3rd<\/sup> Place<\/td>\nByron Lee<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

 <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
BEST SHEEP<\/th>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1st<\/sup> Place<\/td>\nNickon Marsh<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2nd<\/sup> Place<\/td>\nKevin Elliott<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
3rd<\/sup> Place<\/td>\nTelly Cornelius<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

 <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
Most Impressive Poultry<\/strong><\/td>\nDeborah Hattan<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Most Impressive Rabbit<\/strong><\/td>\nSherwin Parker<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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There were other attractions such as face painting, bounce castle and lucky dip. Also, lots to eat and drink. \u00a0This was truly a Family Fun Filled day in the best \u201cGreen Open space\u201d <\/strong>in St. John\u2019s. This Exhibition in the park would not have been possible without the farmers, participants, the persons who took the time to visit and very special appreciation to the sponsors.<\/p>\n

The Platinum sponsors were Caribbean Maritime Services<\/strong> and King Ocean<\/strong>.\u00a0 Other sponsors included:<\/p>\n