December 06, 2023
Mauritius: Drip Irrigation Equipment Distributed to Enhance Climate-Resilience of Small-Scale Planters
A handover ceremony of drip irrigation equipment to small holders, particularly vegetable growers, in the regions of Solitude and Pointe aux Piments, was held, this afternoon, at… Read more »
September 26, 2023
Mauritius: Agro-Industry Minister Announces Measures to Increase Visibility of Organic Farming in Mauritius
"With the aim of increasing the visibility of local organic farming and providing farmers with a platform to market their products, the Ministry of Agro-Industry and Food Security… Read more »
September 29, 2023
Mauritius: Uom Holds Forum to Mark the International Day of Awareness On Food Loss and Waste
A forum focusing on food waste management organised by the University of Mauritius (UoM) to mark the International Day of Awareness on Food Loss and Waste, was launched this… Read more »
April 27, 2023
Mauritius: New Case Noyale Fisheries Post Inaugurated
The new Case Noyale Fisheries Post, aimed at better monitoring fishing activities and enforcing the Fisheries Legislation in combatting illegal fishing, was inaugurated, yesterday,… Read more »
March 15, 2023
Mauritius: Pre-Budget Consultations - Minister Padayachy Meets Small Planters and Livestock Breeders
The Minister of Finance, Economic Planning and Development, Dr Renganaden Padayachy, had a pre-budget consultative meeting, this afternoon in Port Louis, with small planters and… Read more »
March 02, 2023
Mauritius: Minister Maudhoo Proceeds With Opening of Seine Fishing Season 2023
The Minister of Blue Economy, Marine Resources, Fisheries and Shipping, Mr Sudheer Maudhoo, proceeded, yesterday at the Maison des Pêcheurs in Mahébourg, with the… Read more »
February 28, 2023
Mauritius: PM Jugnauth Launches Aquaponics and Hydroponics Training Farm in Mauritius Prison Service
The Prime Minister, Mr Pravind Kumar Jugnauth, proceeded with the inauguration of a training farm in aquaponics and hydroponics as well as a solar water drip, today, at the… Read more »
Mauritius: Minister Maudhoo Launches Training Programme for Artisanal Fishers
The Minister of Blue Economy, Marine Resources, Fisheries and Shipping, Mr Sudheer Maudhoo, launched, yesterday at the Fisheries Training and Extension Centre in Pointe Aux Sables,… Read more »
February 02, 2023
Mauritius: Minister Bholah Effects Site Visit At a Hydroponic Farm in Triolet to Take Stock of Progress
The Minister of Industrial Development, SMEs and Cooperatives, Mr Soomilduth Bholah, effected a site visit, today, at the hydroponic farm of Mrs Harikshana Gokhool located at… Read more »
January 16, 2023
Mauritius: Exchange of 8th Fisheries Protocol Between the European Union and Mauritius
The eighth Fisheries Protocol, which sets out the provisions for economic, financial, technical, and scientific cooperation in the fisheries sector between the European Union (EU)… Read more »
January 10, 2023
Mauritius: Leveraging Apiculture As a Sustainable Economic Activity in Mauritius
Apiculture involves the raising and care of bees for commercial or agricultural purposes. Honey production is being leveraged as a sustainable economic activity in the country for… Read more »
December 22, 2022
Mauritius: Award of Certificates, Artisanal Fisher Registration Cards and Shrimp Net Licences to 130 Fishermen
A group of 130 fishermen received their certificate and Artisanal Fisher Registration Cards and Shrimp Net Licences after having successfully completed the General Course for… Read more »
Mauritius: Locally Produced Fertiliser Subsidy Scheme Launched By Minister Gobin
The Locally Produced Fertiliser Subsidy Scheme (LPFS) was officially launched by the Attorney General, Minister of Agro-Industry and Food Security, Mr Maneesh Gobin, yesterday, at… Read more »
November 07, 2022
Mauritius: Sheltered Farming/Hydroponics Boosting Innovative and Climate Resilient Agricultural Systems Across Mauritius #AfricaClimateHope
The setting up of sheltered farms, in line with Government's policy to stimulate agricultural innovation and promote sustainable agriculture and local food production of fruits and… Read more »
August 03, 2022
Mauritius: Minister Gobin Takes Stock of Issues Faced By Planters of Garlic At Crève Coeur
The Attorney General and Minister of Agro-Industry and Food Security, Mr Maneesh Gobin, effected a site visit, today, at Crève Coeur to take stock of issues faced by the… Read more »
July 06, 2022
Mauritius: Agriculture - Findings of Smart Agriculture Project Disseminated to Help Boost Food Production
The presentation of the main findings of the Final Project Restitution entitled "Smart Agriculture: vers la réduction des produits phytosanitaires en agriculture… Read more »