The Ministry of Agriculture is taking a dual-track approach to modernising Antigua's farming industry, combining the arrival of heavy-duty agricultural machinery with the official opening of a high-tech laboratory in Bethesda.
Director of Communications Maurice Merchant confirmed that Agriculture Minister Anthony Smith was present at the St John's Deep Water Harbour on Wednesday to receive the newly arrived machinery.
The laboratory opening in Bethesda marks a significant step forward for the sector, positioning local agriculture for improved productivity and scientific support. The simultaneous introduction of heavy-duty equipment signals a broader government push to strengthen the industry on multiple fronts.
