Jamaica's $8 Billion Initiative to Combat Climate Risks in Agriculture
Jamaica's $8 Billion Initiative to Combat Climate Risks in Agriculture
US · Published Mar 30, 2026
Jamaica launches an $8 billion project to enhance climate resilience among small farmers.
The ADAPT Jamaica initiative aims to mitigate the impacts of hurricanes, droughts, and erratic rainfall.
The project will benefit over 736,000 individuals by integrating climate-smart farming practices and improving water management.
ADAPT Jamaica enhances climate resilience for small farmers
Jamaica is launching an ambitious $8 billion initiative, ADAPT Jamaica, to enhance climate resilience among small farmers in six central parishes. Supported by the Green Climate Fund (GCF) and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the project addresses severe climate risks such as frequent hurricanes, prolonged droughts, and erratic rainfall patterns, which have significantly impacted agricultural yields and rural livelihoods.
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