A memorandum of understanding (MOU) has been signed between the Jamaica Bauxite Institute (JBI) and Papine High School for the utilization of a greenhouse to advance the school's agriculture program.
The signing took place on Friday, June 14 at the JBI in St Andrew where the greenhouse is located. The partnership is intended to equip the students in greenhouse growing techniques to meet the demands of a modern agricultural sector.
Under the MOU, the JBI will provide technical assistance, seedlings, and other support, while maintenance and upkeep of the greenhouse will be shared between the parties.
Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Mining, Floyd Green, in his remarks, commended the partnership, which he said is in line with the ministry's drive to revitalize the school garden program and introduce students to the latest techniques in agriculture.
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