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Partnership for rural development

The Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA) officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the University of Technology (UTECH) on Tuesday, July 11, 2017 at the President's Conference Room UTECH. This MOU has cemented the support towards rural development and has the aim of ultimately impacting the lives of farmers and farm families throughout Jamaica. Among the deliverables of the MOU is to work jointly in the development of a...

Adding Value in Agriculture Agro-Processing Incubator Project

Photo Caption: The Symbolic Opening of the St. Elizabeth Agro – Processing Incubator at Project Launch on June 22, 2017. From left, Dermon Spence, Chief Technical Director, MICAF, Jheanell Wilson, Home Economics and Social Service Officer RADA, Hon.J.C. Hutchinson, Minister without Portfolio, MICAF, Omar Sweeney, Managing Director JSIF, Peter Thompson, Chief Executive Officer RADA.The acclaimed Agro-Processing Incubator Project was officially launched on June 22, 2017 at the RADA St. Elizabeth...

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. See below useful information that can greatly assist in the employment of good agricultural practices and pesticides management. Understanding the Pesticide Label The use of pesticides has become an indispensable factor of agricultural production. Nearly all pesticides are toxic and can be potentially dangerous to humans if exposure…
Post Harvest Management for Fresh Fruits, Vegetables and Root Crops
Post Harvest Management for Fresh Fruits, Vegetables and Root Crops – A Guide for Farmers
Recovery Tips for After a Hurricane
Livestock: After a hurricane or flood, the farm should be returned to production as soon as possible.
How to Plant for Disasters
How to Plant for Disasters Here are some suggestions for planting: On slopes, establish crop rows and artificial or vegetative barriers across contours including appropriate, deep-rooting trees.
Master the Basic Principles of Planting and Managing Fruit Trees
Avoid: Planting trees in areas prone to flooding Avoid planting trees on very steep slopes ( greater than 35 degrees) Avoid soil contaminated by toxic water and in which similar type crops were affected by soil borne disease

Grades and standards for fresh agricultural produce
Grades 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.
Post-harvest management - Pt 2
THE TYPE of packaging used can account for 15 to 20 per cent of post-harvest loss in fresh produce.
Ensuring improved quality and competitiveness
Grades and standards for fresh agricultural produce are considered among the main tools for the marketing of commodities in the local and international markets due to worldwide commercialisation of agricultural produce.
How to manage bush fires
The Danger Every year, many areas of Jamaica experience drought conditions. These sometimes last for long periods, causing large areas of vegetation to become very dry.
Integrated pest management
INTEGRATED PEST management (IPM) is a safer approach to pest control.

How to prevent Ginger Rhizome rot, Pt II
The following tips were provided by the Public Relations and Communications Department of the Rural Agriculture Development Authority. www.rada.gov.jm.
Managing ginger rhizome rot (Part 1)
Ginger rhizome rot is considered one of the major limiting actors of ginger production in Jamaica.
Making goat cheese - Pt 2
The number one rule is sanitation. All utensils used in milking must be clean.
How to tag your goats (Pt 2)
This method is easier to carry out and the tags are easy to read. However, this method is not permanent as a tag can be accidentally ripped from ear or break.
How to brood chicks
THE BROODING period is one of the most important phases during the life of your chicken and, if done incorrectly, may result in financial losses to the farmer.

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