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presica

August 11, 2015

Project consolidated 38 agricultural innovation initiatives in Central America

The results of the PRESICA project, which promoted the creation of innovation networks in countries of the region, included new varieties and crop and postharvest management technologies.

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cassava_course_2

August 11, 2015

Colombia promotes the competitiveness of cassava in the Caribbean countries

Specialists from 11 Caribbean countries took part in a course organized by the Government of Colombia and CLAYUCA, with support from IICA.

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tercera-etapa-caribe

August 10, 2015

Mexican specialists advise Caribbean farmers on soil conservation

The training is being promoted by IICA and the Secretariat of Agriculture of Mexico.

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haiti_comunicado_0

August 7, 2015

Reforestation and energy saving stoves are improving living conditions in Haiti

The opening of a tree nursery, the use of more efficient wood burning stoves, the planting of improved varieties and the construction of a poultry farm are some of the actions carried out under this inspiring project.

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haiti_estufas

August 7, 2015

Construction and distribution of more efficient wood burning stoves

The stoves were designed by a company specialized in environmental voluntary. They replace the use of open fire on three stones, reduce deforestation and improve health and quality of life of the users.    

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estufas

August 7, 2015

Training of the population

They are part of Reforestation and Use of energy-saving stoves project in Arreguy - Jacmel. The courses will be theoretical and practical.

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ministro_surinam2

August 7, 2015

IICA will support capacity building in agriculture in Suriname

The scholarship and professional development program would make it possible to meet the training needs expressed by the country’s agricultural authorities, stated the Director General of IICA.

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mexico_caribe_2_2

August 6, 2015

Mexico to promote the agricultural development of Central America and the Caribbean

This year, 200 agricultural specialists will be trained in Mexico and in their countries of origin, in areas such as plant health control and water and soil conservation, among others.

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iica_cicy_mx

August 6, 2015

IICA and scientific research center in Yucatán join forces to promote innovations in agriculture

New agreement will make it possible to generate projects related to tissue culture and specialized training.

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