Agriculture Ministry pursuing US$136 million in priority projects

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June 18, 2026

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The Ministry of Agriculture is currently focused on five priority projects valued at US$136 million.

That disclosure by Minister Dr. Shantal Munro-Knight during the Climate Smart Summit at Hilton Barbados.

She says these projects will allow officials to provide scale for agriculture and deliver returns for investors.

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