Minister Green applauds surge in Jamaica’s Irish potato production

The minister, joined by key officials from the Ministry and the Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA), highlighted significant strides made by local farmers in surpassing both national and global averages for potato yields per hectare. Record-breaking performance Speaking with JIS News, Mr. Green lauded the efforts of farmers, acknowledging their dedication and hard work, which have contributed to record-breaking production metrics. “Our farmers appear to have put in a lot of work, along with the RADA team,” he remarked, commending the agency for its support. This year’s surge in production marks a stark contrast to the challenges faced by the Irish potato programme in the previous year, primarily due to adverse weather conditions such as drought. - Advertisement - Strategic Measures for Sustainable Growth To mitigate potential future challenges, Minister Green emphasized the importance of proactive measures. He urged Ministry teams to intensify efforts and reassess ...