AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoTourism Leadership: St. Kitts and Nevis was elected vice chair of the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s board, giving the Federation a stronger voice on regional tourism policy and plans to connect tourism with local farmers, manufacturers and creatives. Agriculture: Retiring FAO Caribbean coordinator Renata Clarke is urging the region to cut poultry-feed imports by 30% in five years, with black soldier fly larvae offering a way to turn organic waste into feed. Coastal Protection: Two newly commissioned DESMI workboats and trained local crews will help intercept sargassum offshore, easing pressure on beaches and tourism businesses. Port Zante: A trial non-solicitation zone is under way as officials prepare for P&O Cruises’ planned turnaround operations in 2027; the ministry is seeking feedback from vendors and transport operators. Visitor Economy: St. Kitts recorded 116,458 air arrivals through August and more than 1.03 million cruise excursionists through September; the island also made Condé Nast Traveller’s top 20 Caribbean and Atlantic islands list. Shipping: The St. Kitts and Nevis-flagged cargo ship Royad Mammadov sank in the Black Sea after a fire; Romanian authorities reported two deaths and 11 rescues, while Ukraine blamed Russian drones.
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