Public and Private centralised Digital Land Bank have been operational since 2nd of February. It is under the aegis of land-scope Mauritius in collaboration with the Ministry of Agro-industry. The bank has to lists all unoccupied or abandoned land and then leases it to individuals for food crop across the country …
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In Mauritius, medicinal plants and natural remedies thrive during winter. Plants like Ayapana and Ginger contain medicinal properties and are used in herbal tea. It’s no secret that tea is a popular choice for people looking to improve their health in a natural way …
Farmers and breeders were vaccinated against the flu from August 10 till August 16, 2021. The Ministry of Agribusiness and the Ministry of Social Security cooperatively organized this vaccination program in the nine districts of Mauritius …
During the period of fasting observed by the Hindus, there is a higher demand for vegetables, causing the cost of certain vegetables to rise. Jackfruit is a fruit and Mauritians adore it. The demand for this fruit has increased …
Since the first confinement, Mauritians have been showing more interest in the topic of food self-sufficiency. Therefore, the University of Mauritius is participating in this initiative. For the beginning of the academic year, in November 2021, the Faculty of Agriculture is offering a new course, namely Bsc Crop Technology …
Due to the heavy rainfall and lack of sunlight, the sugar harvest and sugar production could be less than 270,000 tonnes. The Mauritius Chamber of Agriculture issued a press release on 27th of September 2021. It indicated that the amount of rainfall recorded in August was 172% of the annual rainfall; which is above average …
The authorities are concerned about the risk of diseases from other countries infecting the local herd. The Ministry of Agro-industry intends to establish a computer system to better identify livestock. The new system, known as the National Livestock Information System (NLIS), will certainly improve the country’s biosecurity …
The Agri Festival, a virtual conference that will be held in November, will bring together Mauritian and foreign farmers (i.e. November 11 and 12, 2021). They’ll talk about how to boost productivity and turnover …
The Prime Minister showed his intention for the reform of the sugarcane industry. He performed the delivery of title deeds to 150 previous sugar industries employees of Médine on the 16th August 2021. He stated that the voluntary retirement plan is a way to show appreciation to all workers in the sugar industry …
Agritech Park held a workshop on 20 August 2021 based on how the use of modern technologies can improve the cultivation and quality of vegetables. IT professionals are going to train about 40 farmers …
