National Development Foundation (NDFD) touts Farmers Agriculture-Workshop in the north as a success

​According to a press release dated 25th May 2018. The National Development Foundation of Dominica Ltd hosted an Agriculture-Workshop for farmers in the north geared at informing and educating them on incorporating Good Agricultural Practices and good Business management Practices.
 
The theme for the workshop was, “The ABC’s for the future of Dominica’s Agriculture: Adapt, reBud, re-Cultivate”. Remarks came from Dr Steve John of the Dominica Bureau of Standards,Cletus Joseph of the NDFD, andevent coordinator Mrs. Sharon Vidal Francis, who is a Business Development Officer at the NDFD. 
 
During the workshop session, Business Development Officer George Challenger & Support Services/Marketing Assistant Ms Annasha Laronde did a dual presentation on Business Management and Marketing which complements the business operations of the farm. There was some focus on the farmers’ understanding of the critical spending decisions which they make, as well as developing a budget, and marketing themselves to existing and potential customers.
 
Dominica Bureau of Standards, Agriculture Ministry & Windcrop Presentations reiterated the objectives of the workshop with advice & updated information on the industry’s policies & protocols. Anselm who represented the Dominica Bureau of Standard spoke on Food Safety & Quality Assurance to meet market demands. Mrs Hernica Ferreira represented Windcrop and spoke on Crop Insurance.
 
Mr. Franklin Magloire who represented the Ministry of Agriculture gave updated information on the way forward with GAP Certification. Monetary issues were brought up, with many of the participants sighting that the information given was useful, however, it cannot be put to effect if they have no capital to assist them with their endeavors. Calls for additional workshops similar to that executed on Thursday was made by those in attendance.
 
Participants received copies of the presentation made by the NDFD and were reminded of the services offered by the Institution. The NDFD stated that they are looking into facilitating similar workshops for the different industries which they fund. Those interested in these workshops were asked to contact the NDFD for more information.