Premier urges local action to boost food security and reduce import reliance
What happened
Premier Wheatley called for a Territory-wide response to reduce dependence on imported food and energy, noting that global disruptions to fuel supplies, shipping, and supply chains have exposed the vulnerability of small island economies. He announced several government initiatives, including allocating land at Paraquita Bay for expanded farming and building a permanent Farmers Reservoir at Paraquita.
Why it matters
The Premier stated that food security is about national resilience, requiring action from every sector of the community. The government is investing in local agricultural and fisheries production to reduce reliance on imported goods and stabilize local supply chains.
Who's involved
- PremierPremier Wheatley, who urged residents to buy local and reduce import dependence.
- governmentThe government, which announced initiatives to boost local agricultural and fisheries production.
- local governmentLocal government, which was urged to take action to improve food security measures.
- JamaicaJamaica, the small island economy facing vulnerability due to import reliance.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- local governmentSpeculative
Local government might receive mandates and infrastructure investment, potentially affecting local supply chain costs.
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The entities involved
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Premier
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government
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Related events
- The government is focused on food security by investigating food and drinks supply chain issues, managing an Agri-food Project Finance Fund, and implementing a food security strategy to reduce import reliance.
- NFU called on the government to set ambitious food targets.
- An MP and the Public Accounts Committee examined the government's agricultural policy challenges and food resilience strategy.