About Barbados Agricultural and Development Marketing Company (BADMC)
The Barbados Agricultural and Development Marketing Company (BADMC) is a government-owned corporation that was established to inform, facilitate, and develop crop and livestock production in Barbados. The company's primary focus is on food innovation, processing, and marketing opportunities for local agripreneurs and food enterprises. BADMC plays a crucial role in creating economic opportunities for the people of Barbados while ensuring food security.
The corporation has been instrumental in promoting sustainable agriculture practices that help farmers increase their yields while preserving the environment. BADMC provides technical assistance to farmers on best practices such as soil conservation, pest management, irrigation systems, among others. This support has helped many small-scale farmers improve their productivity levels significantly.
BADMC also operates several agro-processing facilities across the island that provide value-added services to local farmers. These facilities process various crops such as sweet potatoes, cassava, yams into flour or chips which are then sold locally or exported overseas. The company also produces juices from locally grown fruits like mangoes and pineapples.
One of BADMC's most significant achievements is its contribution to the development of the poultry industry in Barbados. The corporation established a hatchery facility that produces day-old chicks for local poultry farmers at affordable prices. This initiative has helped many small-scale poultry producers increase their production levels significantly.
In addition to its agricultural activities, BADMC also operates several retail outlets across the island under its brand name "The Agrofest Shop." These stores sell fresh produce from local farms at competitive prices while providing an avenue for small-scale producers to market their products directly to consumers.
BADMC's commitment to promoting sustainable agriculture practices has earned it recognition both locally and internationally. In 2019 it received an award from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations for its outstanding contribution towards achieving Sustainable Development Goal 2 - Zero Hunger.
In conclusion, BADMC plays a vital role in developing Barbadian agriculture by providing technical assistance to farmers on best practices; operating agro-processing facilities; establishing hatcheries; operating retail outlets under "The Agrofest Shop" brand name; promoting sustainable agriculture practices; creating economic opportunities for locals while ensuring food security through innovative approaches towards crop & livestock production & marketing opportunities.Call @ 246-535-6830 today!
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