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Fundamentals of “Marine Service Technology” Training Launches in St. Croix

Future Jobs Skills of Tomorrow -
This federally funded program is thriving with its first group of trainees as of March 10, 2025.

Oil Illegally Dumped at Krum Bay

Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority -
Last week, the VIWMA team cleaned up approximately 60 gallons of illegally discarded used motor oil from the area. Illegal dumping is against the law, and violators are subject to a fine of not less than $1,000 and/or 180 days imprisonment. 

UVI School of Agriculture to Host Field Day

University of the Virgin Islands -
The University of the Virgin Islands' School of Agriculture is proud to announce its First Annual Field Day, to be held on Sunday, April 27, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Agricultural Experiment Station Tractor Pavilion, located on the Albert A. Sheen Campus, St. Croix.

Cannabis Q and A Upcoming

Office of Cannabis Regulation -
We know you have questions about the application process.

First Hydroponic Trailer Farm at Eulalie Rivera School

Department of Education -
The Virgin Islands Department of Education’s Sustainability and Agricultural Education Division is excited to announce the arrival and installation of the Territory’s first-ever hydroponic trailer freight farm, proudly housed at Eulalie R. Rivera PreK-8 School on St. Croix.

We Grow Food Special Events

We Grow Food, Inc -
While their farmers markets are always the second and last Sundays of every month between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m., sometimes there are also special activities on those market days.

St. Croix Abattoir to Resume Operations March 18

Department of Agriculture -
The St. Croix Abattoir is continuing to undergo essential maintenance by Abattoir staff members and will resume operations on Tuesday, March 18. 

Dengue, H5N1 Health and Safety Update for Agriculture Weekend

Mat Probasco -
VI Department of Health reminded residents and visitors to take precautions to protect their health during the 53rd Annual Agriculture and Food Fair weekend. “We are still in flu season, and right now we are actually in the peak of the season. As travelers return home and as the territory...

Agricultural and Fisheries Public Forum Feb. 11

Local Food and Farm Council -
The hybrid “Rooted in Community – Agricultural and Fisheries Public Forum” will be Tuesday, Feb 11, at 6 p.m. on St. Thomas.

Saturday Farmers Market Temporarily Relocated

V.I. Department of Agriculture -
Saturday Farmers Market will be at the LaReine Farmer’s Market on the Feb. 8, Feb. 15, and Feb. 22 from 4:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Saturday Farmers Market will resume operations at the Rudoph E. Schulterbrandt Agriculture Complex on Saturday, March 1. 

St. Croix Vendors: Get Ready For 2025 Agriculture and Food Fair

VIFEMS -
The St. Croix Annual Agriculture & Food Fair is just around the corner, scheduled for Feb. 15-17. Vendors are encouraged to begin preparing their booths now.

St. Croix Abattoir Closed During February

Department of Agriculture -
The Abattoir will resume operations on Monday, March 3.

Update Planned For Coral Bay Water Use

Coral Bay Community Council -
The community is invited to CBCC’s project kickoff meeting on Friday, Feb. 7 at Our Place from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. 

First UVI School of Agriculture Student to Receive Horticulture Certificate

University of the Virgin Islands -
The University of the Virgin Islands School of Agriculture proudly announces that Janice Brooks has become the first student to receive a certificate in horticulture from its academic program.

Trainings To Be Offered for Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program Grant Applications

By Source staff -
The Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands (CFVI), in partnership with the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the Virgin Islands Department of Agriculture, is offering several upcoming trainings (virtual and in-person) to explain the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure (RFSI) Program grant application process.

Sunday Last Day Waste Management Authority Taking Ernesto’s Green Waste

Waste Management Authority -
The Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority would like to inform the community that green waste from Tropical Storm Ernesto, will no longer be accepted at the Bovoni Landfill effective Sunday, Dec. 8.

$1.5 M Resilient Food System Grant Deadline Extended

Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands -
The deadline to apply for $1.5 million in funding has been extended to Dec. 20.

Island Green Living Presents Vetiver Grass Expert Nov. 23

Island Green Living -
Island Green has organized the presentation "Use of vetiver grass to improve sustainable agriculture in the USVI" by Dr. Laura Martin on St. John Nov. 23 at 11:30 a.m. at Gifft Hill School. Island Green Living invites the community to attend a valuable presentation by Dr. Laura Martin this Saturday on how...

V.I. Department of Agriculture and Partners Host and Join ‘Farm Force Boot Camp’

Virgin Islands Department of Agriculture -
The Department of Agriculture’s main goal for Climate Corps and the Farm Force Boot Camp is to develop educational resources, recruit participants, connect producers to technical and financial resources, and support workforce development opportunities.

Department of Education Launches ‘Seeds of Security’ Educational Program

Source Staff -
This pioneering initiative is set to ignite a movement of sustainability, food security and environmental stewardship across the territory.

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