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
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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
Bulavou Cooperative boosts Rewa farming through government Mechanization Support
A new milestone in rural development has been achieved in Rewa, as the Bulavou Development Cooperative Limited — comprising 100 members from Waivou, Burebasaga, Su
Agri Exchange sets the standard in caring for Fijian workers in Australia
The Fiji Government has acknowledged Agri Exchange for putting Fijian workers first, recognizing the company’s genuine care for their wellbeing and fair treatment
Major commercial agriculture project announced with Aitken Spence after Deputy PM Kamikamica's initial discussions
Good news for Fiji's commercial agriculture sector as Sri Lanka's leading manufacturers of premium tea, rubber, coconut, palm oil, and Ceylon cinnamon, Aitken Spence Plan
Mohammed Iqbal wins Young Farmer of the Year at National Agriculture Show 2025
28-year-old farmer, Mohammad Afzal Iqbal of Valelawa, Dreketi, has been awarded the Young Farmer of the Year at the 2025 National Agriculture Show. He dedicated the aw
Govt to provide $15/tonne transportation support for farmers after Rarawai Mill fire, assures no cane will be left unharvested
Acting Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Professor Biman Prasad has assured farmers who now have to divert their cane to Lautoka Mill from Rarawai Mill district wil
Farmers to benefit from $115m boost – linking food security with Fiji’s booming tourism industry
The government has announced a $115 million boost to strengthen Fiji’s agricultural sector, aiming to empower farmers, improve food security, and better connect fa
First Agribusiness Incubation Centre launched to boost youth, women and MSMEs in Fiji’s agriculture sector
Merewalesi Naqase, a 23-year-old farmer from Tailevu, beamed with pride as she stepped into Fiji’s first Agribusiness Incubation Centre. For young farmers like
Fiji and PNG chambers explore new trade opportunities in agriculture and cocoa
With vegetable prices on the rise in Fiji, Nadi Chamber of Commerce President Lawrence Kumar says help could soon come from an unexpected partner, Papua New Guinea. Ku
Modi announces major health, agriculture and defence support for Fiji
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has acknowledged India for their continued assistance in the country’s development as assisting in his aim to eradicate poverty in F
Tunabuna calls on Dreketi Agriculture Staff to strengthen farmer partnerships
Staff of Dreketi Agriculture Station in Macuata have been reminded to be vigilant and work closely with farmers in the area to ensure effective implementation of agricult
Naselai Village embraces aquaculture with launch of Biofloc Shrimp Tank Project
Naselai Village in Nakelo is taking a big step toward food security and sustainable livelihoods with the launch of the Biofloc Brackish Water Shrimp Tank Culture System u
Livestock farmers can receive $4,700 worth of materials under the Beef Fencing Kit Assistance Program
Good news for livestock farmers who may receive up to $4,700 worth of fencing materials under the Beef Fencing Kit Assistance Program, which will close on the 24th of thi
New veterinary kits to support field work and safety
With the current challenges faced by the Animal Health and Production Division in Fiji due to a lack of resources, the provision of veterinary kits is expected to signifi
Navuso Agricultural Technical Institute receives $198,000 excavator from Prime Minister
In a bid to support young farmers with modern equipment as a step towards greater self and economic resilience, Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka handed over a brand new exc
Macuata rice farmers boost production with new harvester
Rice farmers in Nadogo, Macuata, will now be able to reduce labour demands, improve grain quality, and expand market reach after receiving a cutting-edge rice harvester.
Sustainable farming takes root in Vatukuca village through women-led initiative
The Assistant Minister for Agriculture and Waterways, Tomasi Tunabuna, is encouraging the women of Vatukuca Village in Vaturova, Cakaudrove, to stay prepared and strong a
Cocoa farming a missed economic opportunity - Osea Vutikalulu
68-year-old Osea Vutikalulu says cocoa farming is a business that has rarely been practiced in Fiji in recent years, and it is a source of income that needs to be revived