AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoHurricane season is almost here: With the 2026 Atlantic season starting in about two weeks, forecasters are calling for a near-average year (13 named storms, 6 hurricanes, 2 major), but Jamaica’s focus is already shifting to readiness after Hurricane Melissa. Climate finance push: Caribbean countries are moving closer to accessing the US$250M loss-and-damage grant window after a Barbados workshop—Jamaica is among the 15 eligible states preparing “bankable” proposals by June 15. Drought-proofing agriculture: Jamaica is allocating $145M for mini water-catchment ponds, water trucking, and soil-moisture support as El Niño-linked heat and dryness loom. Protected farming scale-up: Government also says $800M will build 95 greenhouses across parishes by end-2026 to boost resilience for vulnerable farmers. Community resilience & governance: CISOCA is urging students to talk about mental health, while youth football gets a spotlight this Saturday with the KFC Elite Cup finals. Philanthropy spotlight: Rihanna’s Clara Lionel Foundation lands on TIME100 Philanthropy for climate resilience and rebuilding support after Melissa.
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