ST JOHN’S, Antigua – Officials in the Ministry of Agriculture are seeking to formulate a national plan for youth to drive further development within the agricultural sector.
The mid-term plan will not only address the current needs of youth involved in the sector, but will also guide them in terms of future advancements.
Director of Agriculture Jedidiah Maxim told OBSERVER media the ministry would be working in tandem with regional organisations, to formulate a comprehensive programme addressing youth in agriculture over the next four to five years.