Caribbean AgTech Investment Opportunities

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Caribbean AgTech Invest Summit, 2021

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Kew Farm Government Research, Training and Development Farm Department of Agriculture, Turks and Caicos Islands Public Sector The Department of Agriculture commissioned the first Government operated Research, Training and Development Farm on the 9th July, 2021. The Farm was established in the early 80s with the intent to produce food for the local community. It has since been upgraded with livestock pens, an office area, packaging room, infrastructure including roads, lighting and enclosures. The facilities are completely solar-powered and is the first farm to utilize this energy efficient technology. The farm is an integral part of the agriculture community and its development would provide farmers with the knowledge base to improve productioncapabilities, implementnewtechnologies, and gain access to new markets.

The first experimental/demonstration plot was conducted in June 2021 to investigate a new irrigation systems and different methods of vertical and horizontal trellising in tomatoes. Phase 2 of the project will continue and would involve the construction of a National Nursery and Greenhouse. Estimated Investment Cost: Phase 1: US$400,000 Mode of Investment: Partnership or Joint Venture Email: agriculture@gov.tc Website: www.agriculture/tc

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