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Twenty-one young people were part of an Aquaponics Summer Discovery
Programme held recently at Sir Jack Hayward High School, where they were
introduced to new advances in agricultural science and technology. The
students learned about aspects of farm operations and engaging in best
practices in aquaponics from experts and trained professionals.

Minister
of Agriculture and Marine Resources, the Hon. Michael Pintard, on
Friday, August 16, encouraged the summer campers to become a part of the
agricultural industry where they could become self-employed, stating:
“we know beyond a shadow of a doubt that agriculture and marine
resources hold opportunities for decent work for decent pay, as well as
ownership…
Source: https://www.thebahamasweekly.com