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March 08, 2024
Letter to the Editor: Cultivating environmental awareness
Editor, Many of us grew up in the Caribbean in the last century believing that bushes and weeds were awful sights that needed to be gotten rid of whether on land or water. Similarly, we never gave much thought to land, water, or air because we assumed that they would always be there in more [...]
Keeping it fresh and Bahamian
May 23, 2023
Keeping it fresh and Bahamian
A local farmer is answering the call to provide Grand Bahamians with healthier and affordable food choices through the farm, Local Organics.
Time to grow your own produce
May 14, 2021
Time to grow your own produce
The effects of the pandemic on food supply across the world is something we cannot ignore. When the bigger nations that import food and goods to us have a shortage in their own land, who do you think they will feed first? It is paramount that we have a sense of security when disasters and pandemics affect the world and our nation.
BAMSI to partner with Central State University
November 21, 2018
BAMSI to partner with Central State University
Discussions are currently being held that could position BAMSI and the wider Bahamas as a regional hub for research studies across the agricultural and marine landscapes, Minister of Agriculture and Marine Resources Michael Pintard said on Friday, adding that his office is pursuing several avenues that could lead to increased financial support for Bahamian farmers and fishers.
GROW WHAT YOU EAT: Tips from experts
May 19, 2021
GROW WHAT YOU EAT: Tips from experts
Farming enthusiasts share their knowledge on how Bahamians should start and sustain their own personal produce gardens.
November 14, 2016
Agricultural development and environmental health for The Bahamas, pt. 3
The reality of investing in Bahamian agriculture is "harsh" because of the nature of our natural and economic environments. There is little that can be done with our natural surroundings, but the economic one may certainly be modified.
Local aesthetician, skin care specialist urges extreme care with lotions, oils, soaps that touch the skin
September 29, 2016
Local aesthetician, skin care specialist urges extreme care with lotions, oils, soaps that touch the skin
That lotion you think may be toning, plumping and softening your skin may actually be doing more harm than good.
April 12, 2016
The State of the Nation: An Overview Presented by Mr. Felix Stubbs, Chair of the National Development Plan Steering Committee
Accepting the protocol which has been established,
July 29, 2014
Will the Bahamas Be Hosting the Next Taste of the Caribbean Competition?
Taste of the Caribbean is one of the most important showcases of Caribbean Cuisine. The famed food fest recently took place in Miami, but is there a chance that next year?s event will be hosted in the Bahamas? Tourism Minister, Obie Wilchcombe, certainly hopes so, having recently spoken to the press about the strong pulling power of Caribbean food: ?Our food is important and we want people to go e...
Doongalik is Newest Farmers Market Location
December 06, 2011
Doongalik is Newest Farmers Market Location
There's a movement underway by those who want to know what exactly is going into their food.? With factory-farmed and often pesticide-laden produce from the United States making up the bulk of what's available to Bahamians, supporting local farmers is way the go to ensure that safe, environmentally friendly and more nutritiously dense foods make it to your plate.
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