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In St Croix, Celebrating "Local"

Above: produce at the St. Croix Agriculture and Food Fair (All photos by CJ) By Alexander Britell ST CROIX — “Easy now. It’s hot.” That’s the warning from Velma Cruz, who’s been bringing her hot sauce to St Croix’s Agriculture […]

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Promoting "Made in Grenada"

Above: Grenada By the Caribbean Journal staff Grenada’s Ministry of Economic Development is set to launch new initiatives aimed at promoting the purchase of local products. The two campaigns, called “Made in Grenada” and “Buy Local First,” are part of […]

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Puerto Rico's Government Looks to Emphasize Local Produce

Above: Puerto Rico Governor Alejandro Padilla (Photo: La Fortaleza) By the Caribbean Journal staff Following a Caribbean trend toward locally-grown produce, Puerto Rico Governor Alejandro Garcia Padilla signed an executive order this week that will emphasize local agricultural products in […]