AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoEarthquake Aftermath: Antigua and Barbuda are still tallying damage after a powerful Eastern Caribbean quake (initially 6.5, later 6.4) hit Saturday morning, with strong shaking reported across multiple islands including Montserrat; no local injuries were reported and disaster teams are checking homes and businesses. Volcano Watch: In Montserrat, the Montserrat Volcano Observatory says Soufrière Hills seismic activity rose in the May 8–15 week (including a felt quake and a short swarm), but volcanic hazard level remains at 1 and activity is within expected levels. Agriculture Leadership: Barbados’ new Chief Agricultural Officer, Paul Lucas (in office since May 4), flagged praedial larceny, labour shortages, higher input costs, climate stress, and water scarcity, pushing for more local food production and tech-backed farmer engagement under the “25 by 2025 PlusFive” drive. Public Health Push: CARPHA is urging lower salt intake during World Salt Awareness Week, citing high hypertension rates and salt consumption above WHO targets across the Caribbean. Media & Co-Productions: Caribbean producers can apply for South Africa’s Beyond Boundaries Media Forum (Nov 2–6, 2026) to build formal Africa–diaspora screen partnerships.
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