(MOA Basseterre, St. Kitts, February 20 2024); In an effort to provide a direct avenue for local farmers and vendors to connect with consumers, offering fresh, locally grown, healthy and organic produce, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Marine Resources in collaboration with the Ministry of Small Business and Entrepreneurship is inviting all interested persons to register early for a chance to secure their stall at the highly anticipated Agri-Easter Night Market in March 2024.
Slated for , the Easter Night Market will feature local cuisine and cultural presentations ranging from drum presentations to local poetry and live musical entertainment. This night market kicks off a sequence of themed events scheduled throughout 2024.
risks including sluggish global growth, persistent high inflation, challenges linked to climate change, and natural disasters, which can all undermine economic performance. While citing this positive trajectory, and the regional financial institution’s commitment to providing more resources to enable greater resilience, he also identified some requisites for achieving resilient prosperity in the region.
The requirements included adequate, climate-resilient social and economic infrastructure, improving the institutional frameworks within which businesses operate, especially through digitalization and the adoption of artificial intelligence. The Economist also recommended expanding the human resource base and reducing skills gaps, enabling greater sustainable energy to boost energy security and reduce energy costs.
In addition, he stressed the improvement of logistics quality to facilitate intra-regional trade, which can develop regional value chains, reduce import dependence, and enhance food security. Mr. Durant further advised governments that “at this juncture, the focus of fiscal policy is to strike the appropriate balance between securing fiscal sustainability and facilitating growth and development.
Making the necessary investments in pursuit of resilient prosperity will require greater access to adequate and affordable financing, so as to not compromise debt sustainability efforts.” He added, “Raising potential output and building economic resilience over the medium to long term will require reducing high export concentration by raising competitiveness through increased productivity and lower production costs.” This initiative represents the government’s continued commitment to fulfill its promise of establishing markets for farmers, fishers and other food producers. Head of the Media and Communication Department in the Ministry of Agriculture, Chaira Flanders spoke about the importance of supporting local vendors and artisans at events like the Night Market.
She said, “By supporting the food producers, attendees not only enjoy healthier, tastier options but also contribute to the sustainability and growth of the local agricultural sector. Local food vendors and small businesses will have the opportunity to showcase their products and gain exposure.
This, in turn, can lead to increased business opportunities and contribute to the overall economic development of the country.” She added that registration forms are now available at the Basseterre Public Market, Department of Agriculture, La Guerite, Department of Marine Resources and the Ministry of Agriculture, Building #16 Port Zante, St. Kitts.
The Agri Night Market is a family-friendly event with entertainment options for all ages, ensuring a delightful experience for everyone in attendance. The highly anticipated Easter-themed event will take place at the Basseterre Public Market, Island Bay Road St.
Kitts and is scheduled to run from 5:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. 9 – NEWS –
