CARIFORUM and UK EPA Study

more robust regulatory requirements coming into play post BREXIT This would appear unusual, and it is often felt, as this study has shown, that these regulatory requirements can become non tariff measures and limit the advantages conferred by greater market access or indeed the effectiveness of that access. Notwithstanding, these circumstances also represent an opportunity, if, as a region, CF can be among the “first movers” within the UK marketplace. That is, by ensuring that they meet the UK standards, and also take into account environmental issues, as well as sustainable agricultural practices. This, however, will require significant capacity building, business process reform, production re-engineering and the prioritisation of those areas that must be addressed in the CF States, where public resources may be limited and there are competing interests.

Sectors with potential for growth and best practices for market penetration

The data reviewed in this study largely supports a focus on the priority sectors examined namely:

Tangible goods producing sectors • Agro-Processing (including Nutraceuticals) • Light Manufacturing • Green Economy • Blue Entrepreneurship

Non-Tourism Linked Services • Education Services

• Business and Professional Services • Information Communication Services • Creative and Cultural Services

Investment

• Renewable Energy

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