Alfred Prospere’s tenure as Minister of Agriculture in Saint Lucia has been nothing short of disastrous for the country’s agricultural sector. Under his leadership, Saint Lucia’s agriculture industry has seen a significant decline, with a staggering 17% drop in overall production. Perhaps the most concerning has been the sharp decline in key areas like pork production, which plummeted by a devastating…
The United Workers Party (UWP) remains committed to truth and transparency, especially when it comes to critical issues such as agriculture and food security in Saint Lucia. Recent statements made by members of the Saint Lucia Labour Party (SLP) are not only misleading but also undermine the challenges faced by our farmers and fisherfolk. According to the 2023 Social and…
Minister Alfred Prospere’s decision to include farmers on the water prohibition emergency list is yet another nail in the coffin for Saint Lucia’s agriculture sector. This move is particularly disheartening given the recent struggles farmers have faced, including a prolonged shortage of boxes essential for selling and exporting their crops. The impact of these challenges has been devastating, culminating in…