Antigua and Barbuda recently hosted an important event focused on climate-smart farming. The island welcomed the 10th Anniversary mini-launch of CCRAF on the Road. This celebration took place at the Caribbean Agricultural and Development Institute’s field station at Betty’s Hope. Experts and local farmers came together to discuss new ways to protect Caribbean agriculture from climate threats.

The event was led by Craig Thomas from the Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA). He stressed how urgent it is for small island nations to adopt farming methods that can handle changing climates. Other speakers talked about turning climate research into real actions on farms. The goal is to help farmers grow crops successfully despite unpredictable weather.

A highlight of the event was the Mobile Seedbank Project. This project helps preserve and share seeds that are strong against climate challenges. It allows farmers to access diverse seeds that can survive droughts or floods. By using this mobile seed supply, farmers can improve food security and adapt to new farming conditions.

This event shows the power of collaboration between experts and farmers. It is part of a larger effort to support climate-smart farming across the Caribbean. These efforts aim to protect food sources and livelihoods in the face of a changing environment.