The Government of Jamaica (GOJ) has received financing from the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) – United Kingdom Caribbean Infrastructure Partnership Fund (UKCIF), in an amount equivalent to £35,515,000 towards the cost of the Essex Valley Agricultural Development Project (EVADP) and intends to apply a portion of the proceeds to eligible payments under a contract forContinue reading “Invitation for Bids for the Supply and Installation of Pumps and Pumping Equipment”
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Invitation for Bids for the Installation of Pipelines and Rehabilitation of Roads and Drainage Infrastructure
The Government of Jamaica (GOJ) has received financing from the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) – United Kingdom Caribbean Infrastructure Partnership Fund (UKCIF), in an amount equivalent to £35,515,000 towards the cost of the Essex Valley Agriculture Development Project (EVADP) and intends to apply a portion of the proceeds to eligible payments under a contract forContinue reading “Invitation for Bids for the Installation of Pipelines and Rehabilitation of Roads and Drainage Infrastructure”
Price Gouging Resolution Passed in House
Today, March 25, 2020, the House of Parliament passed a resolution to combat price gouging, brought by State Minister in the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Floyd Green. The Minister says the new resolution will regulate the sale of goods during the period of a Declaration of a Disaster Area and shall comeContinue reading “Price Gouging Resolution Passed in House”
Jamaicans encouraged to purchase locally grown produce in light of COVID 19 spread
Jamaicans are being encouraged to purchase more locally grown fresh produce as world trade slows in light of the spread of Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19). These produce are an important part of a healthy diet because they contain essential vitamins, minerals fibre and other nutrients needed to build the immune system. Minister of State in theContinue reading “Jamaicans encouraged to purchase locally grown produce in light of COVID 19 spread”
JBDC makes adjustments to operations
KINGSTON, March 19 (JIS): The Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC) has made adjustments to its operations as part of its effort to contain the risk of transmission of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Speaking with JIS News, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the JBDC, Valerie Veira, said the organisation will not be facilitating face-to-face consultations/meetings orContinue reading “JBDC makes adjustments to operations”
Public gardens, zoo to close with immediate effect
The Ministry of Industry, Commerce, Agriculture and Fisheries wishes to advise that public gardens under its control will be closed with immediate effect until further notice in light of the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19). The public gardens directly managed by MICAF include Castleton in St. Mary; Cinchona in St. Andrew and Bath in St. Thomas.Continue reading “Public gardens, zoo to close with immediate effect”
Updated COVID-19 Visitor Policy at MICAF
As Jamaica continues our response to the COVID-19 pandemic, The MICAF and its agencies wishes to assure our valued stakeholders that we will remain fully functional and commit to meeting the needs of our key publics. We value our stakeholders and regret that we have to temporarily restrict access aimed at safeguarding yourContinue reading “Updated COVID-19 Visitor Policy at MICAF”
JBDC Mapping Cultural And Creative Industries
The Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC) is conducting a mapping exercise of cultural and creative industries in Jamaica to determine the value of the sector and develop recommendations on how to grow the creative economy. It is being done in collaboration with the British Council, which is providing funding. The agency’s Deputy Chief Executive Officer,Continue reading “JBDC Mapping Cultural And Creative Industries”
83,000 Used Vehicles Inspected Under Pre-shipment Regime
A total of 83,000 imported used cars have been examined under the Government’s Pre-Shipment Inspection regime since its implementation in February 2018. Minister of State in the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Floyd Green, made the disclosure at the Jamaica Used Car Dealers Association’s (JUCDA) Annual General Meeting on Thursday (February 27)Continue reading “83,000 Used Vehicles Inspected Under Pre-shipment Regime”
Significant Opportunities For Farmers Expected From Sugar Cane Bay Resort Development
Minister of State in the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, Agriculture and Fisheries, Hon. Floyd Green, says the proposed US$1-billion dollar Sugar Cane Bay Jamaica multi-resort development in Llandovery, St. Ann, presents significant investment opportunities for farmers in the parish and the wider country. Speaking at the ceremony to break ground on February 28, Mr. GreenContinue reading “Significant Opportunities For Farmers Expected From Sugar Cane Bay Resort Development”
