New Chief Fisheries Officer wants more youth, women to join fisheries industry BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS — Jobs in Barbados’ blue economy could be in for an economic boost as a new chief exec. in town rolls out a plan to bolster the industry. Dr. Shelly-Ann Cox, the new Chief Fisheries Officer as of January 2023, has…
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New oyster industry could provide scores of jobs in Jamaica
NFA says now is the time for Jamaicans to develop local oyster industry KINGSTON, JAMAICA — Jobs in Jamaica’s blue economy are on the verge of expanding as the National Fisheries Authority (NFA) is encouraging residents to get involved in the oyster industry. It’s not a common industry in the Caribbean, where oysters are not…
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