Govt settles $2.9M drainage payments to contractors in North
The Government has paid a total of $2.9 million to several companies for outstanding payments from last year for the completion of 919 metres of drainage maintenance a
Tag: Agriculture
850 leases renewed but concerns remain due to non-renewal in North
Minister for Agriculture Tomasi Tunabuna says 850 leases have been renewed through the assistance of the government while about 40 sugarcane farm leases in the Norther
40 Seaqaqa and Labasa cane farmers fear for livelihood due non-renewal of leases
Natuvu, Seaqaqa cane farmer Girja Nand says he does not know how he will care for his son after losing the farm he has depended on all his life, following the non-renewal
90 farmers recognised at Star Farmer Awards in Nadi
90 farmers have been recognised for excellence in agricultural production under the Star Farmer Incentive Programme, with top performers receiving platinum, gold and silv
Gulf conflict raises economic concerns for Fiji and Pacific Nations
The ongoing conflict in the Gulf region is creating growing global economic uncertainty, with concerns emerging over its potential impact on Fiji and other Pacific Island
Nadivakarua Women’s Group fish pond project aims to improve food security
Villagers of Nadivakarua in Kubulau, Bua, were assisted by the Ministry of Fisheries, Fiji Aquaculture team in the Northern Division, who recently worked together with
From backyard garden to airline supply for Nadi herb farmer
Memories of gardening with her grandmother and the quiet pause brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic inspired farmer Elizabeth Grace to trade a career in finance for life o
Katarina Baleisuva wins top honours at National Women in Agriculture Awards
56-year-old farmer Katarina Senabu Baleisuva has won two major awards at the National Women in Agriculture Awards Night 2026, including Women Overall Farmer of the Year a
Machine shortage delaying Nadi flood alleviation project
A shortage of machinery is contributing to delays in efforts aimed at addressing flooding issues in Nadi, according to Dr Andrew Tukana, Permanent Secretary for Agricultu
Navua woman turns pandemic setback into thriving poultry farm
What began as a difficult moment during the COVID-19 pandemic has turned into a story of resilience and determination for a woman farmer from Navua who rebuilt her liveli
Determined mother builds farming success for daughter’s future
A Ba woman who turned personal hardship into a thriving farming venture is now inspiring others with her story of resilience, determination and hope. Subashni Shobana Lal
378,000 crop seedlings distributed across the country to boost food security
378,000 crop and fruit seedlings and 85,000 kilograms of vegetable seeds have been produced for distribution to farmers and households across the country. While respondin
More than 200 women gather in Suva to strengthen Fiji’s agricultural future
More than 200 women from across Fiji have gathered in Suva today for the 2026 National Women in Agriculture Symposium, an event highlighting the growing role of women in
Start small and work hard to succeed in agriculture – Senabu
Women who want to succeed in agriculture should begin with what they have, manage their time carefully and remain committed to hard work, says Katarina Senabu, the 2025 N
Dr Maharaj urges Fijians to eat avocados and plant them for healthy future
With avocados now in season, Dr Rajesh Maharaj is highlighting the many health benefits of the fruit and calling on Fijians to make better use of it by eating it regularl
New Programme gives Fijian Agri-Food businesses a pathway to Australia
Fiji’s agri-food manufacturing small and medium enterprises are set to receive a major boost in export readiness through a new accelerator programme aimed at helpi
A new beginning for Uluniwai farmers with market access boost
It’s a new beginning for farmers in the remote villages of Raviravi, Vuniyamunu, and Naivutu as access to markets becomes easier following the commissioning of the
Fruit trees and seedlings strengthen self-sufficiency at Veilomani Boys Home
The Veilomani Boys Home in Ba has received a significant boost to its food security and wellbeing with the donation of 750 eggplant and chilli seedlings, along with the p
New Agri-Innovate Competition aims to boost Fiji’s agriculture sector
Farmers can now apply for the Agri Innovative Competition, which was officially launched this afternoon. Speaking at the event, Minister for Finance Esrom Immanuel say
Seedlings arrive for The Wonderful Company's major agriculture project in Vanua Levu
More than 7,000 seedlings from California will be nurtured in Waiqele, where a newly built greenhouse propagation facility has been established as The Wonderful Company,
New tractor to boost farming efficiency for Mataqali Bau Cooperative in Namalata, Tailevu
The Mataqali Bau Cooperative of Matacaucau Village in Namalata, Tailevu will see a major boost in farm efficiency and land preparation after receiving a brand new tractor