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DTSTART;TZID=America/Dominica:20260311T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Dominica:20260311T130000
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SUMMARY:B2B - Beginner To Business Part 1/3: "Starting a Small Hydroponic Enterprise"
DESCRIPTION:Ready to grow food — and a business — without soil?  \n\n\n\nPart 1 of the CCRAF 2026 Edition “B2B – Beginner to Business” 3-Part Series launches your journey into hydroponics as a profitable\, sustainable enterprise.  \n\n\n\nJoin Mrs. Sherrie-Ann Brazier\, CEO & Owner of SHAADE Hydroponics – Antigua & Barbuda\, as she shares real-world lessons on turning a small hydroponic setup into a thriving business.  \n\n\n\nThis session will unpack start-up essentials\, smart investment decisions\, and practical strategies to move from beginner curiosity to business confidence. If you’ve been thinking about starting — this is where you begin.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nRegister NOW:  https://iica.zoom.us/meeting/register/jPOiYqwjQXeb6Et_FHph7g \n\n\n\nAttend at least 2 of the 3 sessions to receive a Certificate of Participation.
URL:https://ccraf.iica.int/event/b2b-beginner-to-business-starting-a-small-hydroponic-enterprise/
LOCATION:Virtual Via ZOOM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Dominica:20260318T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Dominica:20260318T130000
DTSTAMP:20260606T192905
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SUMMARY:B2B - Beginner To Business Part 2/3: "Starting a Small Vermicompost Enterprise"
DESCRIPTION:What if organic waste could become your next revenue stream?  \n\n\n\nIn Part 2 of the CCRAF 2026 Edition “B2B – Beginner to Business” 3-Part Series\, discover how vermicomposting can be transformed into a low-cost\, high-impact enterprise.  \n\n\n\nFeaturing Mr. Micah Martin\, Co-Founder & Manager of Compost-Inn\, Trinidad & Tobago\, this session explores how to convert waste into valuable soil inputs while building a sustainable agribusiness. Learn practical production methods\, simple business models\, and market opportunities that make vermicomposting both environmentally smart and financially viable.  \n\n\n\nTurn waste into worth — and purpose into profit.  \n\n\n\nRegister NOW: https://iica.zoom.us/meeting/register/bDtxIeOHRiq2GrXm22dMvw \n\n\n\nAttend at least 2 of the 3 sessions to receive a Certificate of Participation.
URL:https://ccraf.iica.int/event/b2b-beginner-to-business-part-2-3-starting-a-small-vermicompost-enterprise/
LOCATION:Virtual Via ZOOM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Dominica:20260325T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Dominica:20260325T130000
DTSTAMP:20260606T192905
CREATED:20260226T152515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T190249Z
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SUMMARY:B2B - Beginner To Business Part 3/3: "Starting a Small Mushroom Enterprise"
DESCRIPTION:Small space. Big opportunity.  \n\n\n\nThe final session in the CCRAF 2026 Edition “B2B – Beginner to Business” 3-Part series dives into mushroom production as a high-value\, fast-growing agribusiness option.  \n\n\n\nHear from Mrs. Pauline Smith\, CEO & Co-Founder of Jamaica Exotic Mushrooms Limited\, as she shares insights on building a successful mushroom enterprise from the ground up. Explore production basics\, start-up considerations\, and pathways to developing a competitive\, scalable business in this expanding market. \n\n\n\n If you’re looking for a smart\, innovative entry into agribusiness — this is your chance. \n\n\n\nRegister NOW: https://iica.zoom.us/meeting/register/-o6Ni3RfSmWoYDlYEbIKKQ \n\n\n\nBonus: Participants who attend at least 2 out of the 3 sessions will receive a Certificate of Participation.
URL:https://ccraf.iica.int/event/b2b-beginner-to-business-part-3-3-starting-a-small-mushroom-enterprise/
LOCATION:Virtual Via ZOOM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Dominica:20260415T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Dominica:20260415T130000
DTSTAMP:20260606T192905
CREATED:20260413T125925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T125926Z
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SUMMARY:Intellectual Property: A Hidden Tool for Securing our Food\, Agriculture\, Tourism\, and Environment
DESCRIPTION:Did You Know You Own Intellectual Property in Agriculture? \n\n\n\nYour ideas. Your farming practices. Your innovations.They’re more valuable than you think… 💰 \n\n\n\nJoin us for the CCRAF 2026 Special Edition – Part 1 and discover how to unlock hidden opportunities within your agricultural enterprise! \n\n\n\nIntellectual Property: A Hidden Tool for Securing our Food\, Agriculture\, Tourism\, and Environment\n\n\n\n👨🏽‍🏫 Presenter: Mr. Steve Maximay – Climate Change & Intellectual Property Expert \n\n\n\n📅 Wednesday\, April 15\, 2026⏰ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM AST💻 Live via Zoom \n\n\n\n🔗 Register now: https://tinyurl.com/CCRAF-SE-P1-2026 \n\n\n\nIn this session\, you will learn:✔️ What Intellectual Property (IP) means for agriculture✔️ How to conduct a simple IP audit✔️ Ways to protect and monetize your ideas and innovations✔️ Why IP is critical for building competitive agri-businesses \n\n\n\nWhether you’re a farmer\, entrepreneur\, researcher\, or student — this session will change how you see the value of your work. \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to turn knowledge into income! \n\n\n\nShare with a farmer\, innovator\, or entrepreneur who needs to see this! \n\n\n\n📩 For more information:🌐 https://ccraf.iica.int📧 ccraf@iica.int🔗 https://linktr.ee/ccrafcaribbean
URL:https://ccraf.iica.int/event/intellectual-property-a-hidden-tool-for-securing-our-food-agriculture-tourism-and-environment/
LOCATION:ZOOM\, Dominica
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Dominica:20260422T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Dominica:20260422T130000
DTSTAMP:20260606T192905
CREATED:20260413T130532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T131612Z
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SUMMARY:Aquaponics in Action: From System Design to Successful Operation
DESCRIPTION:🌱🐟💧 What if you could grow fish and crops in one system? \n\n\n\nWelcome to the world of Aquaponics — where innovation meets sustainability! ♻️🌿 \n\n\n\nJoin us for the CCRAF 2026 Special Edition – Part 2 and discover how this powerful system is transforming agriculture across the Caribbean and beyond. \n\n\n\nAquaponics in Action: From System Design to Successful Operation\n\n\n\n👩🏽‍🏫 Presenter: Ms. Mia AvrilAquaculture Manager\, Cape Eleuthera Institute (The Bahamas) \n\n\n\n📅 Wednesday\, April 22\, 2026⏰ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM AST💻 Live via Zoom \n\n\n\n🔗 Register now: https://tinyurl.com/CCRAF-SE-P2-2026 \n\n\n\nIn this session\, you will learn:✔️ How aquaponics systems are designed✔️ Key components for successful operation✔️ How to troubleshoot common challenges✔️ What it takes to start your own aquaponics venture \n\n\n\nPerfect for farmers\, entrepreneurs\, students\, and innovators looking to build resilient\, efficient food systems. \n\n\n\nThis is your chance to explore a system that combines fish farming + crop production into one sustainable business model! \n\n\n\nShare with someone interested in sustainable farming or agri-business! \n\n\n\n📩 For more information:🌐 https://ccraf.iica.int📧 ccraf@iica.int🔗 https://linktr.ee/ccrafcaribbean
URL:https://ccraf.iica.int/event/aquaponics-in-action-from-system-design-to-successful-operation/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Dominica:20260506T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Dominica:20260506T110000
DTSTAMP:20260606T192905
CREATED:20260505T151626Z
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SUMMARY:Why Soil Changes Everything: Reframing Soil as the Foundation of Climate \, Food and Water Systems\, and Development
DESCRIPTION:THIS IS BIG. THIS IS DIFFERENT. THIS IS WHERE IT ALL CONNECTS. 🌱🔥 \n\n\n\nWhat if the future of climate\, food\, and water security starts with something we often overlook… SOIL? \n\n\n\nJoin us for a powerful\, storytelling-driven global conversation: \n\n\n\n🎯 Africa–Caribbean (Afri-Car) Connect | Part 1 – “Why Soil Changes Everything” \n\n\n\n📅 May 6\, 2026⏰ 09:00–11:00 AST | 16:00–18:00 EAT💻 Live on Zoom🔗 Register now: https://tinyurl.com/Afri-Car-Connect-P12026 \n\n\n\nWhy you should be there:Discover soil as a living system driving climate & water cyclesGet a reality check on food systems and sustainabilityLearn how restoration & policy can unlock transformationEngage in a dynamic panel + LIVE Q&AParticipate in interactive polls & discussions \n\n\n\nFeaturing Global Voices: \n\n\n\n\nDr. Chaney St. Martin (IICA)\n\n\n\nMercy Karunditu (Trees for the Future)\n\n\n\nRico Rau (Save Soil)\n\n\n\nModerated by Marete Selvin (Allure of the Soil)\n\n\n\n\n🌎 From Africa to the Caribbean—this is where knowledge meets action. \n\n\n\n👉 Register NOW. Bring your team. Share with your network. \n\n\n\n📩 ccraf@iica.int🔗 https://linktr.ee/ccrafcaribbean📱 @ccrafcaribbean \n\n\n\n#CCRAF2026 #SoilHealth #ClimateAction #FoodSecurity #AfriCarConnect #SustainableAgriculture #SoilMatters
URL:https://ccraf.iica.int/event/why-soil-changes-everything-reframing-soil-as-the-foundation-of-climate-food-and-water-systems-and-development/
LOCATION:ZOOM\, Dominica
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Dominica:20260518T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Dominica:20260522T170000
DTSTAMP:20260606T192905
CREATED:20260508T160732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T160733Z
UID:3796-1779091200-1779469200@ccraf.iica.int
SUMMARY:𝐂𝐂𝐑𝐀𝐅 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐎𝐀𝐃 – 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐝𝐚 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐫
DESCRIPTION:𝐂𝐂𝐑𝐀𝐅 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐎𝐀𝐃 – 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐝𝐚 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐫May 18 – 22\, 2026 \n\n\n\n𝑪𝑪𝑹𝑨𝑭 𝒊𝒔 𝒉𝒊𝒕𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑹𝑶𝑨𝑫 and bringing resilient agriculture to communities across Grenada! \n\n\n\nUnder the theme “𝑻𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒔𝒍𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝑨𝒈𝒓𝒊𝒄𝒖𝒍𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆 𝑲𝒏𝒐𝒘𝒍𝒆𝒅𝒈𝒆 𝒊𝒏𝒕𝒐 𝑨𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝑺𝒖𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒃𝒍𝒆 𝑭𝒐𝒐𝒅 & 𝑵𝒖𝒕𝒓𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝑺𝒆𝒄𝒖𝒓𝒊𝒕𝒚” The Caribbean Climate Resilient Agriculture Forum (CCRAF)\, in collaboration with IICA Grenada\, is moving beyond the virtual space to create real impact where it matters most — in schools\, farms\, communities\, institutions\, and agricultural networks throughout the island. \n\n\n\nGet ready for an exciting week filled with innovation\, collaboration\, learning\, and hands-on engagement designed to inspire action and strengthen resilience across the agricultural sector. \n\n\n\n𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭:🔸 Practical demonstrations in schools and home gardens🔸 Soil and water management training🔸 Youth in Agriculture engagement activities🔸 Stakeholder and partnership meetings🔸 Farm visits and technical discussions🔸 Resilience and sustainable agriculture solutions🔸 Media outreach and public awareness activities \n\n\n\n𝑪𝑪𝑹𝑨𝑭 𝒐𝒏 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑹𝑶𝑨𝑫 is all about connecting people\, sharing practical solutions\, building partnerships\, and empowering communities to take action for a stronger\, more food-secure Caribbean. \n\n\n\nWe are calling on:☞ CCRAF Participants☞ Farmers & Extension Officers☞ Youth & Students☞ Agricultural Entrepreneurs☞ NGOs & Community Groups☞ Government Agencies☞ Private Sector Organizations☞ Development Partners & Institutions \n\n\n\n…𝐭𝐨 𝐉𝐎𝐈𝐍 𝐔𝐒 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐎𝐋𝐋𝐀𝐁𝐎𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐄 as we continue translating resilient agriculture knowledge into meaningful action! \n\n\n\n🤝 𝑰𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒅 𝒊𝒏 𝒑𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒏𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 𝒐𝒓 𝒔𝒑𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒐𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑪𝑪𝑹𝑨𝑭 𝒐𝒏 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑹𝑶𝑨𝑫? \n\n\n\n📣 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐮𝐬 𝐓𝐎𝐃𝐀𝐘 and help us turn knowledge into impact! \n\n\n\n📧 𝐄𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐥: ccraf@iica.int🌐 CCRAF Website▶️ CCRAF YouTube Channel🔗 CCRAF Linktree
URL:https://ccraf.iica.int/event/%f0%9d%90%82%f0%9d%90%82%f0%9d%90%91%f0%9d%90%80%f0%9d%90%85-%f0%9d%90%a8%f0%9d%90%a7-%f0%9d%90%ad%f0%9d%90%a1%f0%9d%90%9e-%f0%9d%90%91%f0%9d%90%8e%f0%9d%90%80%f0%9d%90%83-%f0%9d%90%86/
LOCATION:Grenada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Dominica:20260518T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Dominica:20260518T100000
DTSTAMP:20260606T192905
CREATED:20260518T102143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T102145Z
UID:3803-1779094800-1779098400@ccraf.iica.int
SUMMARY:CCRAF on the ROAD Grenada Chapter Launch
DESCRIPTION:Are you READY Grenada??? \n\n\n\nCCRAF on the ROAD is here for a week of exciting and hands-on initiatives. \n\n\n\nJoin us on this Journey..
URL:https://ccraf.iica.int/event/ccraf-on-the-road-grenada-chapter-launch/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Dominica:20260608T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Dominica:20260608T113000
DTSTAMP:20260606T192905
CREATED:20260605T212500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T212502Z
UID:3809-1780911000-1780918200@ccraf.iica.int
SUMMARY:ADOPT Caribbean Project Closing
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate the successful conclusion of the ADOPT Caribbean Project: Soil Health for Climate-Resilient Agriculture! \n\n\n\nOver the past few months\, this initiative has helped strengthen climate-smart farming practices\, improve soil health\, and support more resilient agricultural systems across the Caribbean. \n\n\n\nBe part of this exciting event as we Celebrate key achievements\, Hear inspiring success stories from Guyana\, Jamaica\, and St. Vincent & the Grenadines\, Explore the future of sustainable agriculture in the region\, Connect with agricultural experts\, partners\, and stakeholders \n\n\n\n Date: Monday\, June 8\, 2026 \n\n\n\n Time: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM AST (GMT-4) \n\n\n\n Venue: Orange Hill Biotechnology Centre\, St. Vincent & the Grenadines \n\n\n\n Join virtually: https://tinyurl.com/ADOPTClosing \n\n\n\nTogether\, let’s celebrate the people\, partnerships\, and innovations helping to build a more resilient Caribbean food system! \n\n\n\n#ADOPTCaribbean#SoilHealth#ClimateSmartAgriculture#ClimateResilience#SustainableAgriculture#CaribbeanAgriculture#FoodSecurity#IICA#CaribbeanDevelopment
URL:https://ccraf.iica.int/event/adopt-caribbean-project-closing/
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