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Antigua & Barbuda launches hybrid pepper breeding and cultivation training program

A training course on hybrid pepper breeding, seed production, and cultivation techniques has been launched in Antigua and Barbuda.
 
The Antigua Observer resports that it's an initiative aimed at boosting the nation's agricultural capacity, particularly in the area of pepper production.
 
The month-long course is hosted by Yuan Longping High-Tech Agriculture Company in collaboration with the Agricultural Extension Division.
 
Yuan Longping is a leading Chinese agricultural company known for its expertise in crop breeding and hybrid seed technology.
 
The event marks an important step in Antigua and Barbuda's efforts to modernize its agriculture industry and improve food security.
 
This program also strengthens agricultural cooperation between Antigua/Barbuda and China.
 
The techniques will be disseminated to and the training of 60 participants from various sections of the nation's agricultural ministry to include field workers and technical staff.


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