During our tenure, the United Workers Party took a major step to support farmers by introducing pensions and insurance coverage. For years, many farmers, especially in the banana industry, had no proper coverage under the NIC, leaving them vulnerable in old age. The UWP’s initiative integrated farmers into the NIC system, providing pensions, health coverage, and protection against work-related injuries.…
During our last tenure, the United Workers Party (UWP) implemented a comprehensive suite of agricultural policies and programs that successfully attracted over 600 new farmers to the industry. This achievement underscores the party’s commitment to revitalizing the agricultural sector, boosting national food security and promoting sustainable development
During a UWP Press Conference held in April 2024, former Economic Development Minister Guy Joseph brought to the attention of the general public the lack of availability of boxes for farmers to sell and export their produce. This lack of planning and preparation by the Government had been going on for weeks until it was highlighted by Mr. Joseph. During…
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…