The establishment of demonstration plots in St. Elizabeth and Manchester to find workable solutions regarding the “watermelon situation” has started and is now in high gear.
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PLANTWISE: Plant Doctor Programme
Welcome to RADA.
The Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA) is a statutory body under the Ministry of Agriculture & Lands. RADA was established under the Rural Agricultural Development Authority Act of 1990, replacing the Land Authorities Act and began its operation on August 1, 1990. It is Jamaica’s chief agricultural extension and rural development agency.
Among the varied impacts of the COVID-19 Pandemic that struck the nation from March 2020 was the halting of the entertainment industry on a national level.
Hon. Franklin Witter, Minister of State, Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries addressed farmers of Pedro Plains, St.
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PROPEL RADIO PROGRAMME
RADA Diaries
Grades and standards for fresh agricultural produceGrades and standards for fresh agricultural produce are considered one of the main tools for the marketing of commodities in the local and international markets due to the worldwide commercialization of agricultural produce. |
Master the Basic Principles of Planting and Managing Fruit TreesAvoid Planting trees in areas prone to flooding Where Possible: |
Post Harvest Management for Fresh Fruits, Vegetables and Root CropsPost Harvest Management for Fresh Fruits, Vegetables and Root Crops – A Guide for Farmers There are two main functions of Post Harvest Management: |
Good agricultural practices and pesticides management.The Rural Agricultural Development Authority sees the necessity in notifying farmers and the general public of the proper uses of pesticides. [read first] See below useful information that can greatly assist in the employment of good agricultural practices and pesticides management. Understanding the Pesticide Label |
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The Rural Agricultural Development Authority now invites the submission of proposals for the Procurement of Consultancy Service to Conduct a Strategic and Organizational Review of RADA.
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COLLABORATIVE PARTNERS
- Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries
- Commonwealth of learning
- Agro-Investment Corporation
- Education
- Water, Land, Environment & Climate Change
- Finance and Planning
- Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade
- Ministry of Youth and Culture
- Ministry of Justice
- Scientific Research Council (SRC)
- Jamaica Organic Agriculture Movement
- Pesticide Control Authority
AGRICULTURAL BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEM
ABIS is an online platform developed by RADA to manage the farming information in Jamaica. The system records the Agricultural Data of all farmers.