$50 million for banana and plantain farmers affected by Tropical Storm Grace

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The Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries is providing $50 million to support banana and plantain farmers who were impacted by the recent passage of Tropical Storm Grace.

Making the announcement during a virtual press conference on Wednesday, Portfolio Minister, Floyd Green, said the $50 million will be disbursed through the Banana Board.

He said the funding support will assist the banana and plantain farmers “to get back on their feet”.