The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Blue and Green Economy, through its Livestock Development Unit, will host a two-day National Seminar on Poultry and Pig Production from September 22 to 23, 2026, in collaboration with the East Caribbean Group of Companies (ECGC). The seminar is aimed at preparing Dominica's livestock farmers for expanded poultry and pig production.
The initiative comes as the Government seeks to strengthen food security and reduce the island's reliance on imported meat products. The seminar will bring together farmers from across the island to receive training and updates on best practices in poultry and pig rearing, with the support of ECGC, a regional private-sector partner with experience in the livestock feed and supply chain.
Details on venue, registration and the full programme are expected to be released by the Livestock Development Unit in the coming weeks. Farmers interested in participating are advised to contact the Ministry of Agriculture for further information.
The seminar forms part of broader efforts to boost local livestock production, which has been identified as a key pillar in Dominica's drive to cut its food import bill and build a more resilient agricultural sector. The Ministry has emphasised that expanding poultry and pig production can create new income opportunities for farmers while improving the availability of locally produced meat for consumers.
Agriculture remains a central part of Dominica's economy and rural life, and the Government has been working to modernise the sector through training, technical support and partnerships with private companies. The collaboration with ECGC is expected to provide farmers with access to practical knowledge on nutrition, animal health, housing and marketing.
Further announcements on the seminar's agenda and how farmers can take part will be made as the date approaches.
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