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FAO COUNTRY PROGRAMMING FRAMEWORK (CPF)

2012-2015

For

The Cooperation and Partnership

Between

The Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations and the Government of St. Kitts-Nevis

APRIL 2011

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JOINT STATEMENT

The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis, represented by the Ministry of Agriculture and Marine Resources, and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, represented by its Representative to Saint Kitts-Nevis, are pleased to jointly launch the FAO Country Programme Framework (CPF) 2012-2015 in St. Kitts-Nevis, as stipulated hereunder.

The FAO CPF 2012-2015 is a result of extensive consultations held with a wide range of stakeholders and partners within the country as well as with the relevant technical units of the FAO sub-regional office in Barbados, the regional office in Chile and Headquarters.

This document, co-owned by the Government of St. Kitts-Nevis and FAO, indicates the broad commitment of FAO, subject to the availability of required funding, to assist the Government of St. Kitts-Nevis in its efforts to achieve national development objectives particularly as they relate to agriculture and rural development. It contributes to the strategic objective of the UN common system as expressed in the UN Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF) 2012-2015 for Barbados and the Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS).

By endorsing the FAO CPF 2012-2015, the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis is committed to providing collaboration, to the fullest possible extent with regard to available capacity and resources, to facilitate the achievement of the objectives and action proposed in this document.

The FAO CPF 2012-2015 will be pursued in partnerships as broad as possible and in alignment with the joint efforts of the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis and the donor community for enhanced coordination and aid effectiveness. The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis and FAO look forward to seeking collaboration and support from concerned partner vis a vis the successful implementation of the FAO CPF 2012-2015.

Dr. The Honourable Timothy Harris Minister of International Trade, Industry, Commerce, Consumer Affairs, Agriculture, Marine Resources and Constituency Empowerment (on behalf of the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis)

Mrs. Florita E. Kentish Sub-Regional Coordinator for the Caribbean (on behalf of the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations – FAO)

Date of signature:.................................

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Joint Statement

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Table of Contents

List of Abbreviations

1. Introduction

2. Situation Analysis

2.1 National Context

2.2 Situation and Outlook for Food Security and Rural Development, Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Relevant Policies and Programs

2.3 Main Actors and Institutions

2.4 FAO and the International Cooperation

2.5 Challenges and Opportunities for Agricultural and Rural Development

3. Priorities for FAO Technical Assistance

3.1 Introduction

3.2 Definition of Thematic/Priority Areas for FAO Cooperation in the Country

4. Implementation, Monitoring and Evaluation

Resource Mobilization

Partnerships

Assumptions and Risks

5. Annexes

Annex 1 Project and Programmes of the Ministry of Agriculture

Annex 2 Main Actors and Institutions, Summary of Donor Agencies intervention with respect to Agriculture and Rural Development in St. Kitts-Nevis.

Annex 3 Main lessons/results of FAO Technical Assistance to St. Kitts-Nevis

Annex 4 Summary of UNDAF related to rural development, agriculture, forestry, fisheries, food and nutrition security.

Annex 5 CPF Matrix

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LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS

ACP African Caribbean Pacific

ADS Agricultural Development Strategy

ALWP Agricultural Land and Water Policy

CARDI Caribbean Agriculture Research and Development Institute

CARICOM Caribbean Community

CIDA Canadian International Development Agency

EU European Union

FAO Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

FAOR Food and Agriculture Organization Representative

FDI Foreign Direct Investment

GOSKN Government of St. Kitts-Nevis

IDB Inter-American Development Bank

IFAD International Fund for Agriculture Development

IICA Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture

LMU Land Management Unit

MDGs Millennium Development Goals

MOA Ministry of Agriculture

MOH Ministry of Health

NIA Nevis Island Administration

NMTPF National Medium Term Priority Framework

OECS Organization of Eastern Caribbean States

PAHO Pan American Health Organisation

PPU Policy and Planning Unit

R&D Research and Development

ROC Republic of China on Taiwan

RSPFS Regional Special Programme for Food Security

SAS Sugar Adaptation Strategy

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SIDS Small Island Developing States

SKN St. Kitts and Nevis

SSMC St. Kitts Sugar Manufacturing Cooperation

SVE Small and Vulnerable Economies

TCP Technical Cooperation Programme

UN United Nations

UNDAF United Nations Development Assistance Framework

USA United States of America

USAID United States Agency for International Development

WHO World Health Organization

WTO World Trade Organisation

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1. INTRODUCTION St. Kitts and Nevis (SKN), as a developing nation finds itself greatly affected by the global economic crisis which brings to the fore many challenges to its development agenda. These external forces have resulted in unprecedented trade imbalances and a ballooning national debt. A recently concluded Climate Change conference hosted by the government of St. Kitts-Nevis and UNESCO highlighted another of the many challenges facing SIDS, the implication of climate change on the St. Kitts- Nevis environment from both the physical and human perspective. Like other small island states, it is envisioned that the sectors most likely to be adversely affected will be in the areas of agriculture, water resource, and coastal zone management. SKN was one of the 18 African Caribbean Pacific (ACP) countries negatively affected by changes to the European Union (EU)/ACP Sugar Protocol as a result of 36% decrease in the intervention price of sugar in the EU market. For St. Kitts-Nevis, consequent to these changes, the country made the decision to cease production of sugar for export under the Protocol Arrangement and then closed the 300 year old sugar industry in 2005.

In addition to the changing external environment, there were challenges inherent within the domestic context; increasingly high levels of public sector indebtedness including the over EC 300 million dollar debt of the St. Kitts Sugar Manufacturing Corporation (SSMC) and after closure, continual fiscal constraints and relatively high levels of poverty. Economic restructuring and transformation in St. Kitts-Nevis was therefore necessary in order to meet these challenges and ultimately to facilitate greater integration into the world economy.

One of the major challenges for the Federation at the time was the question of how to take advantage of the opportunities presented in the context of globalization and increased trade liberalization. In confronting this challenge, the GOSKN began to implement programmes to achieve sustainable economic growth, with emphasis on improving international competitiveness and promoting private sector development. Therefore, as part of an economic reform policy, emphasis was to shift from direct government intervention in the market by limiting its participation in the production and trade of goods and services, and to create an enabling environment for private sector development which was to lead to the efficient operation of the market.

Accelerating and sustaining economic growth in SKN was important to foster social development, improve fiscal performance, reduce unemployment and poverty and ensure a more sustainable external position in an increasingly competitive regional and international environment.

To effectively achieve the policy objectives of the GOSKN and in so doing the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), there was heavy reliance on external assistance through development partnership with international development agencies.

It is against this backdrop that the Agricultural Development Strategy (ADS)1

1 Agricultural Development Strategy ( 2011-2015) draft

, in support of GOSKN’s policy objectives as they relate to agriculture and rural development has been developed. The ADS has proposed three priority policy areas whose objectives and areas for action will bring together the whole agricultural policy framework while at the same time

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remaining consistent with the regional, hemispheric and global development agenda, the generation of growth whilst maintaining sustainable and equitable human development goals. The strategic agenda speaks to:

1. Contributing to food and nutrition security 2. Fostering the development of viable livelihoods and competitive agribusiness 3. Managing sustainable use and conservation of agricultural biodiversity

2. SITUATION ANALYSIS

2.1 National Context

St. Kitts and Nevis is a Federation of two islands located in the Leeward Islands group of the Lesser Antillean segment of the Caribbean Archipelago. The two islands have a combined land area of 104 sq. miles (269 sq. km.), with St. Kitts, the larger of the two, being 68 sq. miles (176 sq. km.), and Nevis 36 sq. miles (93 sq. km.) in area. Both islands are volcanic in origin with central mountain ranges that dominate the landscape and radiate downward to the coasts. The primary urban hubs in St. Kitts are the capital, Basseterre, and the small towns of Sandy Point and Cayon. In Nevis the population is concentrated in the capital, Charlestown.

St. Kitts and Nevis gained full independence from the United Kingdom in 1983 and has since maintained a Westminster style democracy with the Queen as titular head of state represented by a Governor General and in which the Prime Minister leads the majority party in Parliament. Nevis has considerable autonomy and has its own island assembly (Nevis Island Assembly), a Premier, and a Deputy Governor General, supported by a semi-autonomous Nevis Island Administration. The Federation has full adult suffrage and a history of free and fair elections, within a multi-party electoral system.

Statistical data from a 2001 population census captured the population of the country at 46,325, with 35,217 inhabitants in St. Kitts and 11,108 inhabitants in Nevis. The annual average rate of population growth between 1990 and 2000 was 1.3%. This positive rate of growth is expected to remain constant between 2000 and 2015.

The Federation established all-inclusive education, health and social security systems beginning in the late 1960s that have resulted in relatively high average rates of human and social development. However, Human Development Indices (HDI’s) as utilized by the United Nations fail to give an indication of the pockets of poverty in countries and this has been the case for SKN as the 2001 Poverty Assessment Report classified 30.5% of the population of St. Kitts as poor, and 11% were found to be in extreme poverty or indigent. In Nevis the numbers are slightly higher, with 32% of the population classified as poor and 17% of the population as extremely poor or indigent.

The favorable human development statistics have also masked growing concerns about social exclusion, the impact of HIV and AIDS and increasing incidents of violent crime in the society. The economy of SKN registered positive rates of growth throughout the 1980s and 1990s. However, growth rates have been significantly lower for the latter half of that period and into the early 2000s. This was due to a series of exogenous shocks reflecting both the extreme openness of the local economy and its vulnerability to natural disasters.

The economy has been historically dependent on the export of sugar. However, from the late 1970s onward the country has pursued a policy of economic diversification that has led to the

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development of light manufacturing, construction, and tourism and the 1990s saw significant off shore financial services sector primarily in Nevis. Although there are currently plans to continue to diversify specifically into the ICT and other new technology areas, tourism has now emerged as the main growth sector of the economy and is the principal source of employment and foreign exchange earnings.

2.2 Situation and Outlook for Agriculture and Food Security, Rural Development, Natural Resources, and Relevant Policies and Programs

The sugar industry was closed in 2005 and the economic and agricultural diversification programmes have been evolving since then. Average economic growth in St. Kitts-Nevis has been slowing down from 1985 to 2004 and the sectors that were considered to be the drivers of the economy did not perform as well as expected. Over the period 1985 to 2004, the economy of St. Kitts-Nevis grew at an average rate of 4.71%. This growth performance can be seen in distinct periods; between 1985 and 1989, the average growth rate was 7.98% with a peak of 10.35% in 1998. The next phase was one of slower growth, 1990 to 1998 which averaged 4.11%, almost half of what the growth rate was for the previous period. 1999-2004 saw periods of negative growth.

During the period 1985 to 1989, the agricultural sector’s contribution to GDP averaged 9.58% and has been decreasing ever since. The sector’s contribution decreased by 39% by the end of the period 1990-1998 and further contracted by 48% by the end of 2004. The sector’s contribution to GDP contracted by 23% and 8% respectively over the periods 1985-1989 and 1990-2004. The government of St. Kitts-Nevis aimed its focus on three major areas for development of the economy over the medium term; agriculture, services sector (tourism and offshore financial services) and manufacturing and as such, put in place a series of measures to maximize the benefits to be gained from the different sectors. These measures were in the form of taxes, incentive and concession regimes, non tariff barriers and liberalization in certain areas.

There is a widening gap between production and consumption of food. This has resulting in increasing amounts of foreign exchange being spent on the importation of food. The country imports over 75% of its annual food consumption and importation has increased from annually EC$50M in 1992 to over $84M in 20012

2.3 Main Actors and Institutions

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Agriculture (Crop and Livestock)

The government’s present policy and strategy towards the development of agriculture is based for the greater part, on the Sugar Adaptation Strategy (SAS) 2006-2013. This strategy paper was designed and approved by the GOSKN with aims to transform the economy as it dealt with the closure of the sugar industry. Two of the most strategically important areas for the GOSKN are poverty reduction and economic transformation. Part of the mandate of the Ministry of Agriculture is the provision of services that would lead to the development of sustainable livelihoods in the area of agriculture and agricultural production. The new paradigm for agricultural development is unfolded in the ADS 2011-2015. The ADS envisions sustainable agriculture and production as a vibrant, sustainable, diverse agricultural

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system that contributes to food and nutrition security, supports viable livelihoods and enhances environment sustainability and adaptation to climate change.

Crop and livestock production is encompassed in this strategy under the main pillar of food and nutrition security.

Forestry

Forestry is not a much used term in St. Kitts and Nevis and is mostly used when one is referring to water supplies and maintaining water supplies. The National Conservation and Environment Protection Act (NCEPA) of 1987 and its amendment in 1996 sought to establish, among other things, the framework for forestry and forestry management in St. Kitts and Nevis. In 1993, the GOSKN, with assistance from the FAO, prepared a National Forestry Action Plan which was followed closely by a National Environmental Action Plan with assistance from the World Bank.

The forestry sector has always been seen as a possible source for agro-forestry activities. Inherent problems to the advancement of this policy initiative were cited as lack of labour and inadequate incentives for land owners to put idle land into use.

There has been some effort to increase eco-tourism activities into the forest for cruise ship visitors. The recent declaration of the Central Forest Range as a National Park and protected area in St. Kitts will seek to optimize the use of the forested area while attempting to implement a management plan to support biodiversity conservation while at the same time encouraging use for economic pursuits.

Fisheries

The newly named Ministry of Agriculture and Marine Resources in 2010 was established in part to put greater emphasis on the sustainable use of the marine resources of the Federation. Historically, fish production has been largely an artisanal activity. The government’s fisheries program is aimed at transforming the industry from artisanal to a more modern one by using improved technology. The main objective of the fisheries programme continues to be the increase in fisheries production. The fishing industry, like crop and livestock production is plagued by praedial larceny, in this case, of fishing gear and catch held in pots. Increasing cooperation between fishers, will be an important aim over the next five years, along with continual efforts to maintaining the quality standards at fisheries complexes. Efforts will also focus on the marketing of under-utilized species (e.g. tuna and squid) as value added products. The realization that fish stock is rapidly depleting, fisheries management on both islands will seek to develop new fisheries resources and aquaculture projects along with the approval of an aquaculture policy that among other areas will outline clear incentives for the development of aquaculture. Given our small land resource base, the identification and provision of suitable lands for aquaculture development, may turn out to be one of the greatest challenge to this new thrust.

Land and Water

In 2005, about 28% of the total land area of St. Kitts was used for agricultural purposes. Figures show that this may have been reduced to less than 5% in 2011 with the closure of the sugar industry. Though increasing non-sugar cane production has remained a committed goal of GOSKN, land use patterns have been allocating less favorable lands to agricultural

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production and the land tenure system. Granger (1995), classified land in St. Kitts according to its suitability for agriculture and out of his guidelines, a proposal3

There is no zoning legislation in SKN and land use pattern has closely evolved with climatic and environmental conditions. The different demands on the islands’ land resources, in terms of agriculture, tourism, housing and services, uncontrolled competition for land use can greatly contribute to land degradation. Significant land degradation can be accorded to a shrinking agricultural land base, denuded forests and water catchment areas and spontaneous settlement on idle land, among others.

was made to direct the future development and use of agricultural lands on St. Kitts.

Since the closure of the sugar industry, over 500 acres of land was allocated to farmers both for crop and livestock production. Unfortunately, the production capacities of many of these acres have been greatly under-utilized.

Rainfall is the main source of water in the distribution system of St. Kitts and Nevis. It is either trapped in reservoirs from surface catchments or extracted from the ground water reserve through drilling. Total water resources for both islands are estimated at 3.6 million cubic meters from surface sources and 20 million cubic meters from wells. Climate change has precipitated concern over the long dry spells that are now becoming more frequent. Water quality on both islands is of an acceptable standard though all of the water provided for households is not treated. It is expected that the demand for water will increase as population increases and the housing and tourism sectors expand. It is anticipated that the emerging golf sector will likely to be a major consumer of potable water.

Water availability is absolutely necessary for sustainable agricultural production. Production has become more challenging given the longer dry periods. Opportunity exists for the development of innovative ways to harvest and conserve water for agricultural purposes. Availability of water for supplemental irrigation continues to be critical for sustainable agricultural production and food and nutrition security.

The GOSKN has an approved a series of policies to ensure an improved and steady supply of water:

• To ensure that water-bearing aquifers are protected from pollution and that abstraction rates do not exceed natural rates of replenishment.

• To reserve tracts of land for the development of identified wells fields before these areas are developed for settlement expansion.

• Ensure protection of all well fields by controlling the type and proximity of development projects.

• To ensure strict enforcement of the water protection area regulations and standards through development control and management. These include, among others, the rational use and protection of forest resources through programs of soil conservation and agro forestry.

Annex 1 provides additional information on relevant policies and programs as they hinge on sustainable agricultural development.

2.4 FAO and the International Cooperation

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FAO has been an important player in the development of non-sugar agriculture in SKN. Since 2003, FAO has assisted the Federation mainly in the areas of smallholder production and marketing enhancement, the post-sugar industry rehabilitation programme, the development, dissemination and promotion of the Food-Based Dietary Guidelines and Operation Food Security in the development of school gardens in primary schools.

From 2003, the Federation has been the beneficiary of six (6) TCP and five (5) TFD projects with a total budget of US $985’095.

A summary of allied agencies intervention with respect to agriculture and rural development is outlined in Annex 2 and comprehensive details of FAO ongoing and recent assistance to St. Kitts-Nevis is provided in Annex 3.

2.5 Challenges and Opportunities for Agricultural Development

The ADS speaks to agricultural development as an important peg in the overall sustainable development thrust of SKN. The challenges and opportunities as outlined in the ADS provide a clear indication of the areas for growth and improvement within the sector. Challenges include:

• Weak capacities for animal health management and disease control • Weak supply and value chain development including functional producer

organisations and intersectoral linkages. • Limitations in existing legislation • Limited budget allocation • Sub-standard product quality protocols and facilities for greater market access of

commodities

Opportunities lie in the development of a product range with numerous value added avenues; small country size that lends itself to pooling for supply land preparation support to farms; the proximity of farms support cooperative initiatives; ornamental/floriculture subsector that has high earning potential as the tourism and housing sector develops; increased land, labour and budgetary support with the cessation of sugar production; proximity to neighbouring islands that import relatively large quantities of agricultural commodities; potential for the development of farm insurance; increased interest in crop production; increasing fresh vegetable import bill and the promotion of a new nutritional policy that advocates the increased dietary use of complex carbohydrates.

3. PRIORITIES OF FAO TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

3.1 Introduction

The GOSKN is highly committed to the transformation and sustainable development of the economy. Its policies on agriculture are aimed at transforming the sector into a modern, more efficient and competitive economic driver that will contribute to the overall economic transformation of the economy and improve economic and social well-being of the population.

The ADS 2011-2015 views agricultural development under the wider and encompassing umbrella of sustainable development. The ADS presents agricultural development as an important strategic sector that can, through important and critical linkages, contribute to the

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sustainable development of this small island developing state. The agricultural sector, apart from its obvious role in the food and nutrition security, interacts with the environment such that it becomes the gate keeper of the land, soil, forest and water resources.

Within the context of environmental degradation, climate change impacts and food security, the promotion of agriculture as sustainable agriculture, is now receiving priority attention in regional and international circles.

The ADS, has created three (3) pillars to support sustainable agricultural development in SKN:

1. Contributing to food and nutrition security 2. Fostering the development of viable livelihoods and competitive agribusiness 3. Managing sustainable use and conservation of agricultural biodiversity

These priorities inform the CFP and transform it into a powerful planning, management and monitoring tool to assist St. Kitts-Nevis in realizing its development objectives. The CFP permits effectively collaboration with the GOSKN and its development partners and allied agencies.

3.2 Definition of Thematic/Priority Areas for FAO Cooperation in the Country

The 2006-2010 National Medium Term Priority Framework for St. Kitts and Nevis had identified the following priority areas for FAO’s assistance:

• Assistance in the process of post-sugar adjustment and development; • Agricultural production and productivity enhancement; • Development of the livestock sector; • Determine the supply potential for marine resources; • Strengthening the development of marketing and agro-processing; • Strengthening the linkages between agriculture and tourism; • Strengthening in trade matters; • Capacity building in forest management and use.

It is against this background that the GOSKN and FAO, through consultative meetings, agreed that FAO should focus on the following thematic areas, presented in the ADS pillars for sustainable agricultural development over the CPF cycle 2012-2015:

• Promotion of food and nutrition security;

• Development of viable livelihoods and competitive agribusiness;

• Management of agricultural biodiversity for sustainable use and conservation;

Based on these broad thematic areas, as well as the situation analysis, and taking into account past and on-going FAO and partner’s programmes, the following priority areas will be addressed in the next four years:

• Capacity building for groups and cooperatives with an aim to foster the development of viable livelihoods and competitive agribusiness;

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• Aquaculture Development in St. Kitts and Nevis; • The creation of sustainable food production systems for food and nutrition security; • Sustainable use and adaptation of agricultural biodiversity.

With these priorities, the CPF fulfils its role as a management and planning tool for FAO to take the lead in assisting the Federation to achieve its development priorities in the areas of agriculture, livelihood development and management and sustainable use and conservation of agricultural biodiversity. It also allows FAO to effectively collaborate with the GOSKN and its development partners. Therefore, the CPF is FAO’s major contributors to the UNDAF and commitment to the ONE-UN framework.

3.3 Proposed Programme Framework

The strategic plans of the Ministries of Agriculture on both islands heavily informed the creation of the CPF. The programme framework for the realization of the priority areas of the CPF is based on an identification of FAO’s comparative advantage and experience in the country, along with the consideration of existing gaps in achieving each thematic goal. Annex 5 provides details on the CPF.

Social issues such as gender and youth are strong foci in the provision of technical assistance by FAO. The Ministries of Community Development and Youth and Gender Affairs then become integral partners in the execution of any technical assistance programme. Partner agencies have always been and continue to be involved in these programmes for the purposes of maximizing the human and financial resources necessary for execution.

The aforementioned priorities and the detailed priority proposed hereunder encompass FAO’s ongoing and planned interventions envisaged at the time the CPF was prepared. These activities may be undertaken as a standalone project or, more likely, a component of a holistic programme. They do not exclude additional or different interventions that may be considered necessary or requested by the GOSKN in addressing emerging situations or meeting new requirements.

It is envisioned that the successful outcomes of the CPF, would contribute the fulfilment of the MDGs and development of a sustainable agricultural sector in SKN. The thematic areas have strong potential for resulting in positive impact on the most vulnerable sections of the population- poor households, women and the youth.

3.3.1 Thematic Area 1: Food and Nutrition Security

The creation of sustainable food production systems for food and nutrition security represents a renewed thrust for the GOSKN. The realization that production systems need to be sustainable while efficiently using land, water and available human resources has been brought more into focus due to the emerging realities of climate change. Presented with the need to contribute to food and nutrition security, the Agricultural Strategy will have to place emphasis on food availability and utilisation. These two areas are to contribute to increased food production, enhanced food security and improved nutritional status of the population. There are opportunities for FAO to provide technical assistance in collaboration with CARDI, SIDF and line ministries in SKN. FAO has previously supported the GOSKN in the area of food and nutrition security through the Regional Special Programme for Food Security (RSPFS). This project is still ongoing and will draw further on FAO’s expertise in this area. The priority actions for FAO intervention relevant to the CPF are:

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• Study to identify water shed areas around farm settlements with aim to harness water to be used for irrigation.

• Evaluation of greenhouse and the possibility for its adoption and expansion. • Support for the development of on-farm storage for agricultural produce. • Technical assistance in the area of rapid plant propagation techniques for root crops. • Support for the development of community, school and kitchen gardens with a focus

on involving youths in agriculture. • Study that would lead to the development of a food security basket. • Support for the conduct of a behavioural study that would lead to the development of a

management plan for monkey control. • Continues with support for the development of dog proofed small ruminant pens. • Technical assistance in the sourcing and development of improved breeding lines for

large and small ruminants and pigs. • Facilitate the development of the agro-processing drive with an aim to increase the

range of available agro-processed products.

3.3.2 Thematic Area 2: Agriculture and Rural Development

Capacity building for groups and cooperatives with an aim at fostering the development of viable livelihoods and competitive agri-business is captured under the broad thematic area of agriculture and rural development. The ADS, under its second policy pillar, speaks to the need to generate productive, profitable and diverse economic activity in agriculture. The emphasis of this policy area is directed to reducing the constraints that affect the establishment and commercialization of agricultural enterprises. Development of human resource is therefore seen as critical to the realization of this strategy. Capacity building is envisioned for both the deliverers of services and practitioners involved in sustainable agricultural production. FAO has been a consummate provider of technical assistance in the form of applying and sharing knowledge that lead to the development of the agricultural sector. FAO will support the design and delivery of training geared to empowering stakeholders. These areas are outline below:

• Comprehensive human resource development and farmer training in the areas of: : o Training in marketing and strengthening of cooperative societies for

fisheries management and modern fishing techniques; o Training in the areas for development of green energy to facilitate cost

effective on-farm storage; o Training in pack house management, food safety and quality control; o Training in group dynamics; cooperative and small business management

and entrepreneurship; o Training in effective methods of water harvesting and water management; o Training in and the establishment of a demonstration site for under cover

vegetable production; • Assistance with the development of an effective IPM programme for the control of

the cotton boll worm.

3.3.3 Thematic Area 3: Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment

Given a fragile physical resource base for agriculture, managing the sustainable use and adaptation of agricultural biodiversity for agricultural development is an imperative at a time when there are development pressures and impacts from climate change. The activities under

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the ongoing Agricultural Resource Management Project have contributed significantly in the areas of land management and soil conservation. It is expected that with the establishment and operationalization of the Land Management Unit (LMU) in the Ministry of Sustainable Development will further the efforts towards sustainable agriculture. Forests will continue to play an important role in soil, biodiversity and watershed conservation.

The marine resources will have to be so managed if its objective aimed at conserving, protecting and promoting more effective utilization of marine resources to enhance economic development is to be realized. Given the realities within the marine industry (increasing pressure on certain target marine species), alternative methods of providing marine products for local and export markets will have to be explored. FAO will be requested to provide support in the area of aquaculture development resulting in the elaboration of a policy, plan and the accompanying institutional framework necessary for its implementation.

The ADS speaks to the fact that agricultural development must, of necessity, be managed in the context of emerging realities of climate change. FAO’s expertise and experience will assist in the development of an Agricultural Land and Water Policy (ALWP). The policy will be expected to elaborate on the sustainable management of natural resources including sustainable use of water for agricultural production. It is expected that the policy will speak to areas of rain water harvesting, small scale drip irrigation technology, climate change adaptation and drought mitigation strategies.

4. IMPLEMENTATION, MONITORING AND EVALUATION

The CPF is a document by and for the people of Saint Kitts and Nevis, to be fully endorsed by the Minister with responsibility for agricultural development. Therefore, the implementation of the CPF will be administered under a collaborative umbrella involving the lead ministry, agriculture and other concerned ministries and national, regional and international agencies. The FAO local correspondent, with support from the Policy and Planning Unit (PPU), will play a critical role in ensuring that the successful implementation of the CPF. Consequently, the FAO Representative (FAOR) for the region will receive full support of the technical officers at the FAO Sub-regional Office for the Caribbean. Technical and managerial support will also be provided by the Latin America and the Caribbean Regional office in Chile and from FAO Headquarters divisions in Rome.

Regarding monitoring and evaluation, FAO, jointly with the GOSKN will prepare annual progress report on the implementation process. This can be discussed either at a special annual forum enacted to discuss the CPF or, or as part of the Department of Agriculture’s Annual Review and Planning meeting which has been held during the first quarter of the year for the past sixteen (16) years. Following the annual review meeting, it may become necessary to adjust the focus of the CPF to maintain its relevance to agricultural development on the national level. An aspect of the review process will be a field monitoring exercise and would be conducted by the national government and field mission visits by FAO personnel.

The necessary monitoring activities can be best achieved if it is in tandem with the monitoring and review process of the UNDAF. The indicators as set by the UNDAF, along with the millennium development goals will constitute the monitoring benchmarks. The impact and subsequent contribution of FAO’s intervention under the CPF will be measured by these indicators. The monitoring and evaluation process will be further enhanced by the use of agreed upon and established performance indicators to measure targeted outputs. Reassessing

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and refining the outcome indicators in the priority focus areas will also be used would also be a result of the monitoring process.

RESOURCE MOBILISATION

Notwithstanding the necessity to effectively implement the areas for technical assistance found in the CPF, the availability of financial resources mostly from donors and in some part from FAO’s resources is critically important for its success. The scope of the CPF will require support by the regular programme resources (TCP and TCP Facility) and contributions from both local and external donors through special programmes e.g. SIDF, ALBA Alimentarios etc.

As an immediate step, FAO’s TCP resources will be utilized for implementation of small and medium sized national projects with a budget of up to US$500,000 of each selected priority project which meets TCP criteria. The GOSKN is expected to provide counterpart contributions in terms of the provision of human resources, project offices, access to information and statistics and import duty exemption for equipment and supplies procured in support of FAO-executed projects.

FAO and the GOSKN will jointly facilitate the mobilization of external donor resources for funding of Trust Fund projects through donor consultation and active joint resource mobilization efforts. While the GOSKN has identified areas for FAO assistance which should contribute to achieving the priority outcomes, the specific activities and project interventions to be supported will have to meet the qualifying criteria of the specific funding source (e.g. TCP, TCP Facility, Trust Fund, etc.) and show clear linkages to the national prioritised development outcomes.

PARTNERSHIPS

For effective implementation of the CPF, deeper ties will be encouraged between the relevant Ministries (Agriculture, Trade, Health, Tourism, Sustainable Development, etc.), government agencies, private sector, farmer’s organisations, and NGOs. The other development partners would be critically important to ensuring aid effectiveness and resources mobilization and overall implementation of the framework. These include, but are not limited to IICA, CARDI, ROC-ATM and the Government of Brazil through its recently established Brazilian Embassy in the Federation.

A task force or committee comprised of government representatives from Ministries of Agriculture, Health, Sustainable Development, Tourism and Finance with the FAO local representative and technical officers will be established for monitoring the overall CPF and the specific priority areas.

ASSUMPTIONS AND RISKS

• Timely mobilization of resources from both the government side and by FAO. • Support for sector development by both from the political and financial realms by

GOSKN. • Increased private sector involvement in the sector. • Susceptibility to natural disaster through increasingly negative effects of climate

change.

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ANNEXES

Annex 1. Projects and Programmes of the Ministry of Agriculture

The Government is firmly committed to a transformation and sustainable development of the economy. Its agricultural policies are designed to make the sector more efficient and competitive, while at the same time contributing to the transformation process, sustainable development and improved economic and social well-being of the population.

In St. Kitts, the government’s agricultural policies all under six broad areas:

(i) Promote sustainable development of the agricultural sector and rural communities. (ii) Increase the competitiveness of the agricultural sector. (iii) Accelerate diversification of the production base and exports. (iv) Increase food production, enhance food security and improve the nutritional status of

the population. (v) Strengthen inter-sectoral linkages. (vi) Improve income distribution and contribute to poverty alleviation.

Under these broad areas, the Development Plan elaborated several government policies and proposals for the development of the sector:

• Ensuring that the optimum use and proper management of good quality agricultural lands is practised in order to stimulate production for domestic and export purposes.

• Conserve and allocate prime agricultural lands and water resources so as to minimise the loss of agricultural land to built development.

• Facilitate the development of small-scale agro-industries related to forestry, fishing and farming.

• Diversify agriculture through the introduction of new crops, intercropping and other methods.

• Introduce incentives to encourage youth, disabled, elderly and women into entrepreneurship involvement.

• Stimulate domestic production and export. • Create an investment climate conducive to private sector activity. • Develop and implement conservation oriented farming technologies specifically

adapted to local conditions. • Promote land use and land capability data to assist in decision making with respect to

the implementation of agricultural development projects. • Ensure that the utilization of agro-chemicals does not impair environmental quality. • Provide supporting infrastructure for agricultural development

According to the Agricultural Development Strategy, the ADS, three priority policy areas have been identified; whose objectives and areas for action will bring together the whole agricultural policy framework while at the same time remaining consistent with the regional, hemispheric and global development agenda, the generation of growth whilst maintaining sustainable and equitable human development goals. The strategic agenda speaks to:

1. Contributing to food and nutrition security 2. Fostering the development of viable livelihoods and competitive agribusiness 3. Managing sustainable use and conservation of agricultural biodiversity

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In Nevis, there are several ongoing programs in crops, livestock, agro processing and marketing. There is an increased thrust in the area of protected agricultural systems in Nevis. The first demonstration house has been established and will soon be completed and commissioned. The model involves the use of huge ventilation fans to provide a cooling effect throughout the green house. The main crops identified for under cover production are tomatoes, sweet peppers and cucumbers.

With continued assistance from the Taiwanese Agricultural Mission and CARDI, the NIA is aiming at becoming self sufficient in the production of root crops and fruit crop production. Cotton production as a cash crop has taken on increased importance to the livelihoods of Nevisian farmers. The Cotton Producers Cooperative with assistance from the Department of Agriculture aimed to put forty (40) acres under cotton. The IPM practices for cotton have improved and as such have positively impacted cotton production. The Department of Agriculture is attempting to embark on a program to release sterile male cotton boll worm moths in attempts to reduce the cotton boll worm population. Estimates show that the initial cost of the program is GBP 65’000 with an annual maintenance cost of GBP 18’000. Studies have shown that this method of pest control is extremely effective while eliminating the need for chemicals to control the worm.

Another important program being implemented under the NIA is the upgrade and expansion of the agricultural infrastructure in the areas of irrigation and feeder roads. An estimated 1.8 million dollar project for the construction of deep wells for agricultural use has been written. The project aims to increase the amount of available water for the agricultural sector in the main farming areas of Indian Castle, New River and Cades Bay. The aim also is to open up new areas for small farms between the 500 -1000 ft contour. These farms will not be clear cut but would be areas for fruit trees and root crops. Feeder roads would be required to service these farms.

During the period of the closure of the Four Seasons Resort, the sector saw a 22% increase in the numbers of persons involved in farming. These new entrants have remained involved in farming despite the reopening of the resort and are being encouraged in see agriculture as a business and to make use of the improved technologies available for increased productivity.

The livestock subsector in Nevis shares several of the challenges and opportunities as that in St. Kitts. The Ministry of Agriculture has been attempting to improve the breeding stock on the island. Two pure bred bulls, Red Pole and Brahman were introduced in 2007 and has resulted in a hybrid line that is has a faster growth rate, more muscular and of better temperament than the pure bred Brahman. These bulls have been breeding for over 3 years and the aim now is to get some new blood into the national herd.

In the area of small ruminants, the Department obtained three (3) Dorper Black Head sheep from the USA to cross with the present black belly stock on island.

A newly built and fully equipped agro- processing unit recently constructed on Nevis will continue to ensure that the island remains self sufficient in ground beef and beef patty production. A well established and coordinated network with livestock producers on both islands ensures a ready supply of animals for processing. The unit in conjunction with the abattoir intends to move heavily into the production of smoked products and pork sausages.

There following specific objectives summarizes how development of agriculture on Nevis should proceed:

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1. The commercial, economic, and social development of farmers. 2. Training of all stakeholders in improved agricultural techniques and strategies in both

the livestock and crop sectors. 3. The conduct of various performance trails on newly introduced hybrids and

dissemination the results to stakeholders with the aim of enhancing production capacity.

4. Promotion of the adoption of appropriate technologies and production systems in both the livestock and crop sectors designed to enhance agricultural output.

5. The introduction of new gene lines and improved breeds to the livestock sector to enhance the quality and quantity of meat and meat products.

6. Improved delivery of all services across all divisions with particular emphasis on land preparation, marketing, extension, quarantine and abattoir services.

7. Promotion of youth in the pursuit of careers and business opportunities in agriculture. 8. The promotion of agro-processing as a viable enterprise for both local and export

markets.

The Fisheries sector has its own set of challenges, some common with land based production systems, others specific to the management of fishing resources. A recently held national consultation on the marine resources of the federation brought together important stakeholders in the industry. The challenges and opportunities in the sector were well enumerated. The realization that there was a lack of enforcement within the industry has allowed the continued use of illegal fishing methods. These include smaller than regulation size mesh used for fish traps and for nets, undersized lobsters and juvenile conch caught and sea turtles caught out of season and under regulation size. The end result of these activities is a reduced resource and a greater fishing effort. In severe cases, stocks of Blue Parrot, Albacore and Mutton Hamlet have diminished significantly. Against this backdrop then, policies and programs are fast required to be implemented with the aim of a providing a sustainable fisheries resource management program.

The present situation has been accepted as there being:

• A sector is strategically important for sustained economic opportunities and social well-being of especially rural communities, the poor, for food security

• Numerous challenges for sustainability, trade competitiveness and modernization. • Some fish stocks fully or over exploited while others are under-exploited or

unexploited

The Ministry of Agriculture and Marine Resource has proposed a set of activities aimed at conserving, protecting and promoting more effective utilization of marine resources to enhance economic development:

• Urgent and active encouragement of fishers to lease and utilise the new multipurpose vessel, which has been provided with the assistance of the Government of the Republic of China on Taiwan.

• Continue negotiations for the acquisition of a second multipurpose vessel to continuously provide local fishers with the experience of operating such vessels.

• Improve the operations of the fisheries complexes to have them better satisfy the needs of fishers, householders, restaurateurs and other food vendors.

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• Develop, and obtain government’s approval for, a wider package of incentives, both fiscal and technical, that will stimulate the transformation of the fishing businesses.

• Require compliance with marine zoning decisions to ensure adequate protection of living, non-living, cultural, and/or historical resources.

• Encourage and assist the formation of fishers’ cooperatives, and in particular the establishment of a national fisher-folk organisation, that will serve as the umbrella body for fishers’ cooperatives in both St. Kitts and Nevis.

• Promote and encourage the expansion of aquaculture in St Kitts and Nevis as a natural complement to traditional sea based fishing.

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Annex 2. Main Actors and Institutions, Summary of Donor Agencies intervention with respect to Agriculture and Rural Development in St. Kitts-Nevis.

The respective Ministries of Agriculture (MOAs) on both islands are the main vehicles steering the course of agriculture development in the Federation. Supporting the MOAs are a large number of line ministries and public sector agencies, private sector organizations, farmers organizations and other stakeholders. The MOA is the key institution which oversees the agricultural sector and carries out the policies and programmes on behalf of the GOSKN. The Ministry, through its divisions and departments carries out research and development, training, fisheries management, veterinary services and agricultural development planning for the sector.

In addition to the above, the MOA collaborates with the Ministries of Tourism, Physical Planning, Environment, health and Finance to provide assistance in realizing its programmes and goals. On both islands, a key collaborating ministry has been that of Tourism as continual efforts are being made to increase the linkages with the sector.

Emphases on managing the sustainable use and adaptation of agricultural biodiversity will engender the strengthening of inter government linkages between those responsible for agricultural development and biodiversity conservation. The Ministries that encompass physical planning, environment and water management will be critically important in assisting in the retention of a minimum percentage of arable land for agricultural production; minimization of the rate of soil erosion; preservation of soil fertility and land degradation; and preservation of watersheds. A Medium-Term Economic Strategy Paper was developed in 1994 by the GOSKN which included forestry and wildlife specific strategies which sought to address areas such as:

• Implementation of the necessary regulations to effectively implement and enforce the NCEPA.

• Adoption of incentives for private sector investments in the forestry sector based on the Tropical Forestry Action Plan.

• Clarification of property rights of land and trees and improve patrolling on the part of the forestry division.

• Introduction of user fees for national parks

Nevis, at the same time had a policy for forestry that spoke to:

• Maintaining environmental stability through preservation and where necessary, restoration of the ecological balance.

• Conserving natural heritage by preserving the natural forest. • Checking soil erosion and denudation in the catchment areas in the interest of soil and

water conservation. • Increasing the productivity of forest to meet essential national needs. •

In terms of allied agencies and organizations, the Ministry continue to work with IICA, CARDI, ROC, and The Government of Venezuela through its ALBA fund and now the Embassy of Brazil. Programmes areas are clearly defined and closely coordinated. The annual review and planning meeting of the Department of Agriculture serves as the vehicle to steer this coordinative effort. At this meeting, all of the allied agencies present reports on their

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activities for the past year and planning activities for the upcoming year. The Annual Review and Planning meeting has been a part of the agricultural calendar for over fifteen (15) years.

There are several private farmers’ organizations that contribute to the development of the agriculture sector by participating in the policy process. These include the St. Kitts Farmers Cooperative and the Nevis Growers Cooperative Society Ltd.

Summary of Donor Agency Intervention with respect to Agriculture and Rural Development in St. Kitts-Nevis

Donor Agency Intervention with respect to Agriculture and Rural Development

IICA Strategic Focus Areas

The strategy consists of five specific priority areas.

Agriculture, production and markets. Agriculture, rural spaces (areas) and rural welfare. Agriculture and food and nutrition security Agriculture, natural resources and climate change. Agricultural policy and program coordination.

Agriculture, Production and Markets

The main aim is to enhance agricultural product and productivity, competitiveness and four key thematic areas would be considered:

i. Technology and Innovation ii. Agricultural Health and Food Security

iii. Value Change Development iv. Trade Facilitation

Technology and Innovation

Appropriate Technologies: Protected Agriculture, Organic System

Priority Industry System: Root and tubers, hot pepper, herbals, legumes and ruminants.

Agriculture Health and Food Safety

• Access to food that is safe and nutritious is an essential human right of all citizens, and also for the large number of tourists that make the region their vacation destination of choice.

• Issues of agricultural health and food safety continues to gain prominence in trade whether such trade occurs within domestic/regional borders or within the international markets.

• National AHFS committee established and supported. • IICA PVS (Performance, vision and strategy), tools for plant

and animal health applied in St. Kitts • Capacity building (short courses, workshops, specialists

training) facilitated. • Technical manuals (e.g.. On GAP, HACCP (Hazard Analysis

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& Critical Control Point), food safety and inspection techniques) developed and distributed.

• Persons facilitated to participate in international standard setting process. (IPPC, OIE, CODEX, WTO SPS committee meeting)

• Regional and national forum sand consultations held to sensitize stakeholders on obligations and compliance issues

Value Chain Development

The development of profitable enterprises along the value chain is very important*.

- Cassava - Breadfruit Promotion of CADIAC approach

Trade Facilitation

Competing in all markets requires greater efficiency and competitiveness of agricultural products.

The aim is to identify and remove the impediments to trade in food and agricultural products.

The main focus in this area is - public education and awareness, promote understanding of the importance, role of and mechanisms for trade facilitation issues in enhancing competitiveness of tradable agricultural products .

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Agriculture, rural space and rural welfare

To promote sustainable rural development and enhance rural welfare

Agro-tourism Capacity building of groups that support rural development Organizational and capacity development of rural community

producer groups/association. Agriculture and Food and Nutrition Security

To promote and add value to actions that seek to include food and nutrition security as an integral part of the process of sustainable human development.

Support to national efforts at demand enhancement and consumption of local food.

Support inter-institutional and inter-agency cooperation and collaboration. (Support to PAHO and CFNI)

Agriculture Natural Resource and Climate Change

To promote the sustainable management of the environment taking into consideration the effects of climate change. (flood, drought, etc.)

Development of improved infrastructure for water catchments, storage and distribution supported.

Soil and water conservation remedial measures for agricultural production.

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Disaster risk management measures incorporated into agricultural sector planning.

CARDI CARDI CARDI offers support to the plans and programmes of the

Ministry of Agriculture. The areas of emphasis for the 2011-2015 planning period

have been decided under the following areas: Roots and Tubers Experiments investigation tuberization at different times of

the year Continued development of pest control methods (main

economic pest, Cylas) Trails involving new and improved varieties Investigations into improved cassava varieties Investigations of options for agro-processing of roots and

tuber products Hot pepper Development Continue cost of production studies Trials involving mulching practices in production Protected Agriculture Establishment and operation of a demonstration unit Experiments involving fertigation and pest and disease

control Evaluation of varieties under cover Reduced risk pesticide use Facilitate training through FAVACA for IPM Evaluation of newer reduced risk pesticides in vegetable

production systems Small Ruminant Development Propagation and provision of seeds for pasture grass

improvement Technical support in the establishment of forage banks to

support cut and carry systems. The ROC has advocated the following as strategies for

agricultural development: Privatization or lease of farm land Agricultural produce diversification Agro-tourism linkage development Increase production for import substitution Capacity enhancement & institutional strengthening In terms of Agricultural product diversification, the ROC

proposes the following: Assist farmers in the regular production of specially selected

crops. Improved seedling production and farmer training.

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Market assistance through organized farmers groups. Youth involvement in agriculture. Floriculture Agro-processing Technical assistance and training for farmers groups and

individuals. Survey of domestic and regional agro-processing market to

determine sales channels. To determine contract growing arrangements to allow for

reliability of input supplies. Market penetration through branding and improved

packaging.

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Annex 3. Main lessons/results of FAO Technical Assistance to St. Kitts-Nevis.

Project Title Objective (s) Project Outputs Budget ( US$)

Duration

TCP/STK/3001 and TCP/STK/3013 Phase II:

Technical Assistance in Support of the Regional Special Programme for Food Security (RSPFS) at Country Level

The project will support the implementation of the national component of the RSPFS dealing with smallholder production and marketing enhancement as well as any other complementary project in support of food security in the country.

One Cuban technician was fielded in the area of Fruit and Tree Crop Production.

$36,906 6/2006-12/2007

TCP/STK/3101: Emergency support for agricultural enterprise development for workers displaced through the closure of the sugar industry

The objectives of the project is to assist the Government in its post-sugar industry rehabilitation programme through technical support and the supply of the necessary inputs for the establishment of 100 crop and 46 livestock production enterprises for the most for the most affected displaced workers and the improvement of one abattoir, with the view to improving the food security situation for their families and the rural communities in which they live.

The following outputs were accomplished. A waste disposal system in the form of a soak away was constructed at the Basseterre Abattoir; peanut drying equipment delivered; pig unit constructed, post-harvest training manual printed, training in post harvest management for fresh cut processing undertaken.

$414,766 07-2006 to 09-2008

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TCP Facility: TCP/STK/3201

(a) Assistance in the management of lethal yellowing disease in coconut; preparation of development programme for the St. Kitts Farmers Cooperative Society; Support to the policy and Planning Unit of the Ministry of Housing and Agriculture

All activities were completed under the three components

$72, 415 04-2007 to 12-2009

TCP/STK/3201: Input supply to

vulnerable population under ISFP

To contribute to the effort of the donor community and of the Government in their support to the poorest rural families affected by the food price increase

Seeds, seedlings, fertilizers, livestock were supplied. Training in the use of N-Testers completed

$250’000 07-2008 to 07-2009

TCP/STK/3202: TCP Facility-

Development of Foodp Based Dietary Guidelines:

To develop, disseminate and promote FBDGs to improve the nutritional status of the population and the level of food security in the country; to strengthen the capacity and capability of the country to effectively disseminate and communicate scientific nutrition information to the general public.

The FBDGs were developed $77,450 04-2009 to 12-2010

TCP/STK/3301: TCP Facility-

Promoting breadnut and breadnut development in St. Kitts

To provide assistance towards the preparation of a comprehensive development for the two crops with some attention being paid to areas of production, propagation,

The two consultants are expected to undertake the assignment in June 2011

$83,820 09-2010 to 12-2011

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marketing and utilization. TFD-03/STK/001: Procurement of

inputs for the expansion of pineapple production in St. Kitts

To generate increased production and income to pineapple growers through the provision of inputs. To facilitate the cooperative spirit among pineapple growers, thereby facilitating the formation of the Pineapple Growers Association

One hectare of pineapple established with the suckers imported under the project

08-2004 to 08-2005

$10,000

TFD-03/STK/002: Supplies for the

Beekeepers Cooperative Society

The objectives of the project are to properly establish and improve beekeeping in St. Kitts so that local honey is produced to satisfy local demand, and to enhance the image of the Society through the provision of quality services to members and to increase the incomes of the members of the Cooperative Society and in turn the level of food security for their families, through the provisions of bee-keeping equipment and packaging and labelling materials.

The project achieved the following: increase membership, more capable beekeepers due to training, fifty two hives established, revenue generation from sale of equipment and honey, improved image in the market place due to attractive packages and labels

10-2006 to 11-2007

$9,730

TFD-05/STK/001: Containerised

vegetable production at two primary schools in

Improve the nutritional status of the children at the two schools through the production of vegetables for the school feeding

Tomatoes, lettuce, cucumber, cabbage and sweet peppers were planted and harvested

10-2006 to 11-2007

$9.730

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Nevis programmes. Stimulate an early interest of the students in agriculture through their participation in project and the use of the garden as a teaching tool. Generate income for the school

TFD-09/STK/002: Operation Food

Security-Development of School Garden in three Primary Schools

The objectives of the project are: (i) to revitalize and promote school in St. Kitts as a means of teaching, inter alia, agricultural practices, the principles of business, good nutrition and an appreciation of local foods; (ii) to provide a range of vegetable from the schools for sale to the school feeding programme, staff and parents; and (iii) to generate income for the school

Activities not yet started 10-2010 to 10-2011

$10,000

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Annex 4. Summary of UNDAF related to rural development, agriculture, forestry, fisheries, food and nutrition security

SUBREGIONAL OUTCOMES

SUBREGIONAL OUTPUTS

Effective land use policies implemented/adopted

Development of a land use policy to protect and preserve agricultural land

Reduction of food import bill through increased local production

Improved production techniques by 2014 to improve national food and nutrition security

Increased water availability for irrigation and water harvesting. Improved access to land and capital in order to produce local food Standardised quality benchmarks in place in the region

Improved trade infrastructure to support foreign exchange revenue activities

Increased capacity for food preservation and storage in the sub region Development and implementation of harmonised export standards Improved access to inter-regional transportation of goods Increased access to external markets

Legalisation Development and implementation of a food security and fisheries policy. Development and enactment of legislation to eradicate the high incidence of

praedial larceny in the sub region Harmonisation or legalisation policies and standards

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Youth in Agriculture Programmes to target youth in agriculture as a source of employment and revenue generation

Integration of modern agriculture techniques into the school curriculum across the

sub region Improved access to land and capital

Improved nutritional practices amongst the population in Barbados and the OECS

Development of an integrated agricultural system that will educate consumers to produce what they eat and eat what they produce

Strengthened national capacity and programme delivery in nutrition education Sustained public awareness to influence consumer preference for local produce

and healthier choices Disaster Risk Management and

Environmental Sustainability Production based disaster risk reduction practices in the sub region Tree Plant/Replacement Programme to mitigate environmental degradation Strong Farmers Associations and pressure groups.

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Annex 5: CPF Matrix

National program or Objective related to

Organizational/ Regional Result contributing to

Priority Area Expected Results Result’s Indicator

Resource Requirement Partnership

Means of verification

Estimated budget

Fostering of entrepreneurial development by providing technical assistance to potential and existing entrepreneurs.

Mobilizing youth groups for positive action through volunteerism and community service.

Increasing competitiveness of the agricultural sector.

A01-Countries improve their capacities on sustainable crop production intensification strategies for crop production A02-Countries improve their phytosanitary capacities in the management of outbreaks of pest and diseases F01-Countries in the region that share information and implement good agricultural practices on

Capacity building for groups and cooperatives with an aim to fostering the development of viable livelihoods and competitive agribusiness.

Number of farmers, fishers and agro-processors trained in areas of: farm management; water harvesting; shade house technology; modern fishing techniques; group dynamics; small business management; entrepreneurship and co-op development; marketing; food safety and quality control; value added products. Assistance with the development

Reports from extension officers in DOA;

Annual Report of the MOA; Reports from Ministry of Youth Empowerment; Reports from Ministry of Consumer Affairs;

MOA; IICA; ROC-ATM; Department of Cooperatives; Ministry of Consumer Affairs; Ministry of Youth empowerment;

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rainwater harvesting for small scale agricultural production. A03-Countries improve their capacities in pest risk management. D04-Countries in the region have programmes to promote good hygiene, food safety and quality practices D03-Countries in the region have risk-based food safety and quality assurance programmes.

of an effective IPM programme for the control of boll worm. Identification and assistance with the development of a programme of control for diseases affecting coconut and other palms throughout the Federation.

Fisheries Management Plan

To accelerate diversification of the production base.

C04-Countries benefit from an increase in fish production in rural areas form farmers with limited

Aquaculture Development in St. Kitts and Nevis

Policy, plan and institutional framework on aquaculture drafted.

Aquaculture Policy and Plan.

Fisheries Department Annual Reports.

MOA;

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resources. C02-Fisheries and aquaculture sectors governance has improved in countries through strengthening of national and regional

Facilitate sustainable and stable production systems to increase availability and accessibility of food. Collaboration with groups for schools and community groups to develop food security gardens. Development of the Capisterre Agricultural Farm.

Increase food production, enhance food security and improve the nutritional status of the population.

H05-Policy makers have improved access to analyses from FAO on food security, agriculture and nutrition taking into account gender aspects. H01-Countries in the region can rely on information and comparative analyses to formulate food security and nutrition policies and

The creation of sustainable food production systems for food and nutrition security.

Number of school gardens established and maintained; Development of a food security basket comprising priority locally produced commodities;

Number of farms having increased production and productivity in the areas of crops and livestock production by the use of improved technology; Increase in

Food security basket produced and accepted by both Ministries of Agriculture, Consumer Affairs and Health; Reports from MOA;

MOA; CARDI; SIDF; Ministry of Health; Ministry of Consumer Affairs;

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programmes, also taking account of gender aspects B01-Livestock sector enabled to increase productivity, efficiency and food security contribution of commercial and family livestock production systems supported by FAO-advised policies and strategies B04-Regional Livestock Commission actively involved in the discussion of priorities and regional frameworks for the sustainable development of livestock sector in the region

acreage under crop production; Upgrade in agricultural infrastructure and related services, including improvements in the diagnostic capabilities of staff for the identification and treatment of animal health diseases Improvement in the quality of the extension advisory services; Strengthen business and market linkages;

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B02-Animal/public health programs and coordination mechanism for the prevention, control and eradication of priority TBDs and zoonotic diseases improved through FAO’s technical assistance. D01-Participation of countries in CODEX meetings and use of CODEX standards, guides and recommendations is enhanced G01-Governments in the region have better tools to develop marker opportunities

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from small producers and family farms and rural women.

Agricultural resource management program. Sustainable land management.

F04-An international framework is developed taking into account regional specificities and countries capacities are reinforced for responsible governance of access to, and secure and equitable tenure of land, water and other natural resources with particular emphasis on its contribution to rural development E04-Knowledge

Sustainable use and adaptation of agricultural biodiversity.

Development of a draft agricultural land and water use plan.

Draft agricultural land and water use plan approved and implemented Annual reports MOA

Ministry of Sustainable Development Ministry responsible for water resources; MOA;

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generated and shared in sustainable forest management contribution to the adaptation and mitigation of climate change