Livestock and Crop Competition 2025

Thursday, 13 February 2025 - 3:58pm

Calling all farmers! Sign up now for the Livestock and Crop Competition as part of this year's Agriculture and Fisheries Month! With the theme “Limited Land, Vast Ocean: Reimagining Food Production Through Ingenuity”, we’re celebrating creativity and sustainable practices in farming. 

Director Of Agriculture And Fisheries To Hold Office Hours On VG

Wednesday, 12 February 2025 - 8:57am

 Farmers, fishers, and the wider Virgin Gorda community are invited to meet with Director of Agriculture, Mr. Theodore James, on Monday, February 17.

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Tuesday, 11 February 2025 - 3:03pm

UPDATE: Registration For St. Croix Agri-Fest

Tuesday, 4 February 2025 - 12:36pm

The Premier's Office is inviting registered farmers and licensed fishermen with the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries who are interested in attending the St. Croix Agri-Fest, to register their interest by Tuesday, February 4.

Updated Closed Season For Lobsters, Conch, And Whelk In The VI

Monday, 29 July 2024 - 5:47pm

Director of the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries Mr. Theodore James has announced an updated closed seasons for lobsters, conchs, and whelks, and  is urging all fishers and stakeholders to adhere to these seasons.

Farmers And Fishers Urged To Stay Prepared During Hurricane Season

Monday, 29 July 2024 - 5:40pm

Director of the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries, Mr Theodore E James, is urging fishers and farmers to take precautionary steps to ensure their safety and protect their assets during this hurricane season.

VI Government Partners In Hosting Fishing Tournament

Monday, 22 July 2024 - 4:27pm

The Government of the Virgin Islands is collaborating with the BVI Tourist Board and North Drop Open to host a fishing tournament ‘catch and release’ event for blue marlin out of Virgin Gorda.

Hurricane Guidelines For Fishers

Thursday, 11 July 2024 - 3:14pm

Hurricane Guidelines For Farmers

Thursday, 11 July 2024 - 3:07pm

VI Farmers Applauded For Open Farm Initiative

Thursday, 23 May 2024 - 9:42am

Junior Minister for Agriculture and Fisheries Honourable Dr. Karl Dawson has commended the Territory’s farmers for opening their farms and gardens for persons to see and learn the importance of planting their own food.

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