The Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA) is celebrating 40 years of operations in Dominica.
IICA Dominica, established on June 6, 1984, has been a cornerstone of agricultural development and rural well-being on the island.
The delegation in Dominica is one of six in the Eastern Caribbean, along with offices in Antigua and Barbuda, Grenada, St Kitts and Nevis, St Lucia, and St Vincent and the Grenadines with the Delegation in St Lucia serving as the hub for coordinating activities across the sub-region.
This year 2024, marked a significant milestone for the organization as it is celebrating 40 years of operations in Dominica. The anniversary celebration coincides with the annual accountability seminar, held in early September.
Stakeholders, partners, and beneficiaries gathered to reflect on the institute’s achievements and to submit the 2023 annual report to the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Blue and Green Economy.
IICA Representative in the Eastern Caribbean States (ECS), Gregg Rowlins says: “IICA has been a constant companion on the path towards food security, economic resilience, and sustainable agricultural development in Dominica. Our technical cooperation programs, developed in close collaboration with agricultural stakeholders have provided essential support in areas such as climate-smart agriculture, agro-tourism, youth engagement, and the digitalization of agri-food systems.”
According to an IICA press release, throughout its 40-year history, IICA has led efforts to modernize agriculture, increase productivity, and promote sustainable land use in Dominica.
The institute has worked closely with farmers, government institutions, and community stakeholders, offering technical expertise and fostering collaborations that have empowered Dominicans, especially women and youth, to improve their livelihoods through agriculture.
The Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA) is the specialized agency for agriculture of the Inter-American System that supports the efforts of Member States to achieve agricultural development and rural well-being.
The Institute provides cooperation services through close and permanent work with its 34 Member States, addressing their needs in a timely manner. Without a doubt, IICA’s most valuable asset is the close relationship it maintains with the beneficiaries of its work. We have broad experience in areas such as technology and innovation for agriculture, agricultural health, food safety and quality, international agricultural trade, family farming, rural development, natural resource management and the bio economy.
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