Santo Domingo.-
The Dominican government will invest more than RD$16 billion in farm projects for greenhouse and in-vitro production, aimed at fighting rural poverty, the Ministry of Agriculture announced.
The sources revealed that the investment -over the short, medium
and long range- will include RD$8.172 billion for financing
projects for greenhouse production as part of the plan to convert the
country into the regional production center for exporting vegetables.
The minister of Agriculture,
Salvador (Chio) Jimenez, pointed out that RD$7.555 billion will be invested in high tech for
in-vitro production and the transfer of the latest technology. Regarding the fight against rural poverty,
they would invest RD$1.074 billion, distributed in 11 provinces along
the border with Haiti, where there are 65,621 small farmers as well as thousands
of larger producers.
The second phase of the
Support for the Competitive Transition of Food Production Project
(PATCA II) is also among the projects.
Written by: mrios, 24 Aug 2009 1:26 PM
From: United States
All the money invested for returns $$$ of course......By next years harvest the DR should have enough to shun USAID, wishful thinking, sleeping.......AGAIN !
SORRY
From: Dominican Republic
This is great news being that agriculture a very important sector in the Dominican Economy alongside with tourism and Free Trade Zones. Keep it up DR, The Future Shines for us!
Written by: josean, 24 Aug 2009 3:02 PM
From: United States
It has taken Lie-onel Fernandez aka "The Brilliant One" and the PLD nine years to finally realize you can't eat or export METROS!
Written by: bernies, 24 Aug 2009 4:49 PM
From: United States, key west fl
Josean why don't you just stay out of negative comments and instead turn it into positive comments. It is not good for anybody health to be so angry at somebody just because they don't like the they do their business afairs. remember Benito Juarez from Mexico. el respecto al derecho ageno es la paz.
From: Dominican Republic, Boca de Chavon
Many of the problems relate to economy of scale and it is quite impossible to produce competively having only 5 to 10 acres as is so ofetn the case here ..I hope that a good official will be able to get all the small farms to work together as a co operative to produce good results for the money invested in the agricultural industry .
Written by: xwill7, 24 Aug 2009 5:14 PM
From: United States, Chicago
Great! Hope they keep up with US quality standards so the items will actually make it to our stores and not returned back to DR
Written by: josean, 24 Aug 2009 5:22 PM
From: United States
bernies,
"Negativity" is in the eye of the beholder or in the minds of unrepentant Lie-onelitas!
From: Dominican Republic
Leonel or not Leonel, it is still a good move no matter who is in power!
From: Dominican Republic, America
Sounds good, but beyond just throwing money at things what I like to hear about is brainpower and innovation being included to make the most of the available capital. Do any here know specifically what is meant by 'RD$8.172 billion for financing projects for greenhouse production'? Is this executed via a government agricultural bank? Curious for details, hope one of our posters can share about the workings of DR's agro industry.
From: United States, Fresh Water Paradise-NY Finger Lakes
This could be positive initiative on so many fronts:
1) Tailored for countryside and farmers
2) Will keep major cities population from continuing to explode
3) Will create host of jobs and promote entrepreneurialship
4) Promote growth and prosperity in areas previously neglected
5) Not attached to tourism
6) Commodity crops where DR could eventually dictate price
7) High income potential
8) High overseas visibility
9) Attract latest craze of investors: "green investors"
10) Self-sustaining enterpris
11) Etc.
For all of the things we have collectively criticized this gov., this is an initiative we ought to welcome, applaud.
Written by: Perez, 24 Aug 2009 11:13 PM
From: Dominican Republic
a very bold move! let's hope it goes in fruition. That way we don't have to rely on tourism only.
From: Dominican Republic
Hatero
Yes this is financed by a government bank which offers credit to farm owners, only for agriculture.
Written by: mrios, 25 Aug 2009 2:06 PM
From: United States
Perez,
Great point.....from a business point of view, one must not limit Avenues of opportunity.
ALL MADE INTERESTING INPUTS which made Me knowledgeable on this very important issue.
If I'm not mistaken the DR leads the whole Caribbean Nations on the Agricultural production. Only Cuba can rival the DR in food production.
One would think, why did the DR wait so long ?
I'm just wondering who will be held accountable if this FLOP'S ?
As always one can only hope this fans out......
If anything the DR has the potential to produce and feed all it's Citizens with extras to export, the question is as always, at who's expense.
I hate to see a great opportunity slip by.
Many times I find MYSELF like a scratched record, I guess I'm frustrated that's all.
God save the DR, even from ourselves.
From: Dominican Republic
I understand ur frustration but lets be optimistic. If things do not go the way Dominicans want them to go then what are we doing about it is the question we should all be asking ourselves.
From: United States, Brooklyn
Let's become self sufficient in Agricultural products and lets pass laws that bans the importation of food products from abroad, to give our producers and farmers the benefit of our large consumer population...
From: Dominican Republic
I am with you 100% on that one Carlos!
Written by: mrios, 25 Aug 2009 4:24 PM
From: United States
Ojedamaggio80,
How about individual Dominicans Families going totally independent, like...
1. Solar / wind power.
2. Rain water collection and filtration systems.
3. Being first-aid Qualified and owning a Health Encyclopedia, illness Prevention.
4. Growing ones own Fruits and Vegetables, Life stock.
5. Neighborhood groups using the barter system.
Being self sufficient FOR STARTERS.
CarlosFranco,
That's a start, but only limits / restrictions on nonessential items.
The reality is no one is willing to live the old ways. WITH PROGRESS COMES PROBLEMS.
Many look for happiness and never find it, many believe more is better, I believe we as Humans have over stepped or bounds and in the process lost the meaning of.....WHAT IS HAPPINESS ? how does one DEFINE IT.
I'll never be rich.....but that's alright with me nor will I kill myself trying.
I may be the working poor but at least I have not forgot whats it like being Human.
ALL take care.
From: Dominican Republic
Good point you are making.
Written by: mrios, 25 Aug 2009 6:26 PM
From: United States
poor me......i think i'm turning into a pork-u-pine, cactus, thorn bush, sea urchin, puffer fish or a prickly fruit.
Written by: Perez, 25 Aug 2009 7:03 PM
From: Dominican Republic
Mr mrios, there are so many lands especially in the campos that if they are to be used for produce and livestock we would be very independent for feeding the whole country without the feeling the burn of inflated prices. shucks the farmers shoud be trained to use machinery to cultivate and plow the land. I also hope they pay the farmers well for their hard earned produce!
From: Canada
Carlos and Mrios you gyes are right on the track
My opinion is who cares about U.S. standards, this is power corrupt elite controlling farmers, seeds etc,
Exports wwhile providing a source income, usually means little money for ppl in campos, while big corporations reap profits on cheap labor
I say screw exports lets feed dominicans first, make good healthy food available to ppl in need at an affordable price, educate ppl,True sustainabilty don't not include machinery, although we have to use it and fossil fuels, but the less the better,I have done the research and know the highest producing crops per square meter,I am looking for like minded people to organize and educate ppl in campos, to build a truly eco sustainable community,
I am looking for 25 like minded ppl or families,that want to build Dominicans first truly eco sustainable organic biodynamic community.
Is any body listening, does anybody care,
Mr. Natural
Written by: Sajomero, 25 Aug 2009 11:04 PM
From: United States, NYC........Bajando roooomo
Watch out MrNatural or Monsanto might send its troops to off you in a few minutes....If people dont do something soon, its going to be a sad day for all of humanity when these big corportaions can control the seeds for crops all over the world.
Written by: mrios, 26 Aug 2009 12:57 AM
From: United States
Mr Natural,
Great Idea.......Good thing this a International news forum on the DR. Maybe Dominicantoday can write an Article on the subject and it's benefits. The technology and nohow does exist and the cost is minimal and will pay off big time in the future....."Knowledge does nobody any good if ones not willing to share it" So C'mon DT get with the program.
"NECESSITY IS THE MOTHER OF INVENTION AND INNOVATION"
Take care ALL.
From: United States, Brooklyn
DR has all it needs... LOTS of Land and LOTS of Unemployment.... WHY THEN ARE WE IMPORTING? Politics... that's right
From: Dominican Republic
Mr. Natural,
You are totally on point! I don't think every single farmer will do as you plan but I do think many small farming communities would love to.
Written by: mrios, 26 Aug 2009 4:16 PM
From: United States
One has to start somewhere.....Once a project like this gets started and if successful, you can bet many will follow. The key is to be TOTALLY SELF DEPENDENT.
U.S Standards simply means: IN-VITRO [ sounds like a Frankenstein Monster plant too me ]
mass produced, artificially fertilized, induced, unhealthy FDA approved for profit crap.
What GOD has produced, let no Man alter.
Can someone please help me....I don't know of any Dominican dying of Naturally grown Produce.
That money can be better spent for Modern Farming Equipment which can help produce a higher yield yearly with out over farming the Land.
GOD save the DR, even from Farmer Juan LF.
From: Canada
Sajomero your right about Monsato they are trying to make organic farming illegal in US and get ppl to pass their standards.Anybody here aware of those 2 bills lobbied by Monsato and other big wigs.
Why according to my government in Canada does Dominican import 40% of its foods. 1. they are eating to much junk and processed foods 2.they should be growing more of what they are importing, beans corn,fruit as examples.
I am looking for small community farmers that have land available and who want to learn sustainable ways.In san jose de ocoa for example poor farmer with land will share 50/50 with anyone that supplies seeds etc.
I also need connection for farming oxen in DR any body have connection,I refuse to use tractors.
Composting, composting, composting and vermiculture, the best organic fertilizer there is alongside organic chicken manure.No need for pesticides or any other fertilizer.
From: United States, Fresh Water Paradise-NY Finger Lakes
Natural,
Your heart is in right place, but I am having difficulties seeing how your equation could succeed in Dr., given reality of situation.
Your best chance for success would be going the cooperative way, and you have already abandoned that concept by choosing to employ oxen for plowing fields, etc.
With a fertility rate of about 2.8 children/woman [average; could be more for farmers], sustainability without growth is a concept that would soon be upside-down.
These people, small plot owners, don't even have money to purchase seeds, and could at best hope to have big enough yield to just eat. Then, you'll have to take into account the occasional hurricane that could wipe out crops.
I just don't see how this would be workable, but then again, what do I know about farming?
Please keep your dream going, and good luck.
From: Canada
GLOMA REXPLORER
I AGREE WITH YOU. But hand a first but Oxen as things progress.Animals are an integral part of a truly organic sustainable community. And that is the direction I am heading.I am looking for feedback and connections.When I find the connections that need seed money etc etc etc that will be a start.It can work and takes hard work.Seed money and know how, organizational skills etc etc.proper farming technique give higher yields.Hurricanes always pose a problem as does other natural elements.I will explore right locations right people etc etc etc.Then i will go from there.Comments ideas suggestions are always welcome.But what I need is real people real farmers connections connections connections.A friend has already worked in San Jose de Ocoa with farmers on a 50% share basis, they had the land he had the financial means.He was well intentioned but had no knowledge or skills about farming.Potential and possibilities are there
From: Canada
.I will look at places like san jose, banao, La vega and others .Its not how to info I need. Its who and where.I am posting any site on DR I can to seek out like minded ppl who can do more than just give their opinion, advice etc.
respect to all
From: United States
How about using some of that money to fix the energy problems. doctors cannot perform operations in the freaking dark you cant keep good food if theres no energy for a refrigeraitor. I think the government should focused on solving this issue first , before making risky investments
From: Canada
and yes gloma coop is good
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"Negativity" is in the eye of the beholder or in the minds of unrepentant Lie-onelitas!
1) Tailored for countryside and farmers
2) Will keep major cities population from continuing to explode
3) Will create host of jobs and promote entrepreneurialship
4) Promote growth and prosperity in areas previously neglected
5) Not attached to tourism
6) Commodity crops where DR could eventually dictate price
7) High income potential
8) High overseas visibility
9) Attract latest craze of investors: "green investors"
10) Self-sustaining enterpris
11) Etc.
For all of the things we have collectively criticized this gov., this is an initiative we ought to welcome, applaud.
Yes this is financed by a government bank which offers credit to farm owners, only for agriculture.
Great point.....from a business point of view, one must not limit Avenues of opportunity.
ALL MADE INTERESTING INPUTS which made Me knowledgeable on this very important issue.
If I'm not mistaken the DR leads the whole Caribbean Nations on the Agricultural production. Only Cuba can rival the DR in food production.
One would think, why did the DR wait so long ?
I'm just wondering who will be held accountable if this FLOP'S ?
As always one can only hope this fans out......
If anything the DR has the potential to produce and feed all it's Citizens with extras to export, the question is as always, at who's expense.
I hate to see a great opportunity slip by.
Many times I find MYSELF like a scratched record, I guess I'm frustrated that's all.
God save the DR, even from ourselves.
Let's become self sufficient in Agricultural products and lets pass laws that bans the importation of food products from abroad, to give our producers and farmers the benefit of our large consumer population...
How about individual Dominicans Families going totally independent, like...
1. Solar / wind power.
2. Rain water collection and filtration systems.
3. Being first-aid Qualified and owning a Health Encyclopedia, illness Prevention.
4. Growing ones own Fruits and Vegetables, Life stock.
5. Neighborhood groups using the barter system.
Being self sufficient FOR STARTERS.
CarlosFranco,
That's a start, but only limits / restrictions on nonessential items.
The reality is no one is willing to live the old ways. WITH PROGRESS COMES PROBLEMS.
Many look for happiness and never find it, many believe more is better, I believe we as Humans have over stepped or bounds and in the process lost the meaning of.....WHAT IS HAPPINESS ? how does one DEFINE IT.
I'll never be rich.....but that's alright with me nor will I kill myself trying.
I may be the working poor but at least I have not forgot whats it like being Human.
ALL take care.
My opinion is who cares about U.S. standards, this is power corrupt elite controlling farmers, seeds etc,
Exports wwhile providing a source income, usually means little money for ppl in campos, while big corporations reap profits on cheap labor
I say screw exports lets feed dominicans first, make good healthy food available to ppl in need at an affordable price, educate ppl,True sustainabilty don't not include machinery, although we have to use it and fossil fuels, but the less the better,I have done the research and know the highest producing crops per square meter,I am looking for like minded people to organize and educate ppl in campos, to build a truly eco sustainable community,
I am looking for 25 like minded ppl or families,that want to build Dominicans first truly eco sustainable organic biodynamic community.
Is any body listening, does anybody care,
Mr. Natural
Great Idea.......Good thing this a International news forum on the DR. Maybe Dominicantoday can write an Article on the subject and it's benefits. The technology and nohow does exist and the cost is minimal and will pay off big time in the future....."Knowledge does nobody any good if ones not willing to share it" So C'mon DT get with the program.
"NECESSITY IS THE MOTHER OF INVENTION AND INNOVATION"
Take care ALL.
DR has all it needs... LOTS of Land and LOTS of Unemployment.... WHY THEN ARE WE IMPORTING? Politics... that's right
You are totally on point! I don't think every single farmer will do as you plan but I do think many small farming communities would love to.
U.S Standards simply means: IN-VITRO [ sounds like a Frankenstein Monster plant too me ]
mass produced, artificially fertilized, induced, unhealthy FDA approved for profit crap.
What GOD has produced, let no Man alter.
Can someone please help me....I don't know of any Dominican dying of Naturally grown Produce.
That money can be better spent for Modern Farming Equipment which can help produce a higher yield yearly with out over farming the Land.
GOD save the DR, even from Farmer Juan LF.
Why according to my government in Canada does Dominican import 40% of its foods. 1. they are eating to much junk and processed foods 2.they should be growing more of what they are importing, beans corn,fruit as examples.
I am looking for small community farmers that have land available and who want to learn sustainable ways.In san jose de ocoa for example poor farmer with land will share 50/50 with anyone that supplies seeds etc.
I also need connection for farming oxen in DR any body have connection,I refuse to use tractors.
Composting, composting, composting and vermiculture, the best organic fertilizer there is alongside organic chicken manure.No need for pesticides or any other fertilizer.
Your heart is in right place, but I am having difficulties seeing how your equation could succeed in Dr., given reality of situation.
Your best chance for success would be going the cooperative way, and you have already abandoned that concept by choosing to employ oxen for plowing fields, etc.
With a fertility rate of about 2.8 children/woman [average; could be more for farmers], sustainability without growth is a concept that would soon be upside-down.
These people, small plot owners, don't even have money to purchase seeds, and could at best hope to have big enough yield to just eat. Then, you'll have to take into account the occasional hurricane that could wipe out crops.
I just don't see how this would be workable, but then again, what do I know about farming?
Please keep your dream going, and good luck.
I AGREE WITH YOU. But hand a first but Oxen as things progress.Animals are an integral part of a truly organic sustainable community. And that is the direction I am heading.I am looking for feedback and connections.When I find the connections that need seed money etc etc etc that will be a start.It can work and takes hard work.Seed money and know how, organizational skills etc etc.proper farming technique give higher yields.Hurricanes always pose a problem as does other natural elements.I will explore right locations right people etc etc etc.Then i will go from there.Comments ideas suggestions are always welcome.But what I need is real people real farmers connections connections connections.A friend has already worked in San Jose de Ocoa with farmers on a 50% share basis, they had the land he had the financial means.He was well intentioned but had no knowledge or skills about farming.Potential and possibilities are there
respect to all