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YAP Proposal #256: Seedlings Solutions greenhouse production (Naeen Jackson, Jamaica)

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“The ‘new agriculture’ of Jamaica requires a greater level of modernisation that is led by the youth. It requires a greater level of mechanisation and an increased use of high quality inputs at the appropriate time. We have to ramp up the use of greenhouses that require less land, generate greater levels of productivity and consistency.” – Derrick Kellier, Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Kingston, Jamaica.

Farmers are heavily dependent on high quality planting material to improve their yields and productivity. As a farmer, I have faced challenges in accessing quality seeds and seedlings for my 7.5-acre farm. Often, quality is compromised during growth, storage, and transportation.

Due to the challenges faced by many farmers like myself, I acquired access to a 3,040 ft. greenhouse facility with an irrigation scheme to assure my own input material. Wait – I operate my very own greenhouse? Oh yes!

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Now THAT is a nice profile picture. Like.

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Seven Blunders of the World

1. Wealth without work

2. Pleasure without conscience

3. Knowledge without character

4. Commerce without morality

5. Science without humanity

6. Worship without sacrifice

7. Politics without principle

—Mahatma Gandhi

Dalton Ghetti Creates Amazing Art On The Tips Of Used Pencils – Green Diary

Dalton Ghetti Creates Amazing Art On The Tips Of Used Pencils – Green Diary.