About Agrofest
2012 Theme:
“Renewable Energy - Powering Agriculture to Success"
The exhibition is produced by the Barbados Agricultural Society and partnered by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development.
Agrofest presents patrons with a unique opportunity to experience all the facets of Barbados’ agricultural sector in a relaxed and comfortable environment. The mandate of Agrofest is to sensitize Barbadians to the value of the agricultural sector,with a view to creating a society, which supports and appreciates the concept of food security, while recognizing the fact that the sustainability of this sector depends on the establishment of linkages with the other sectors of our economy. Agrofest seeks to strengthen links, which are vital in Barbados’ efforts at attaining food security through increased local food production, the reduction of a high food import bill and the enhancement of the quality of local food.
Agrofest therefore provides another opportunity for all the stakeholders –vegetable and fruit farmers, livestock farmers, fishermen, as well as persons involved in horticulture and other areas to come together in order to showcase a variety of high quality local products, promote the use of new and improved appropriate technology for crop production, demonstrate the close relationship between the agricultural sector and other sectors, and to show the environmental well-being. It is an occasion to highlight to all, especially the youth,the many opportunities, which are available for career choices and advancement within the industry. Agrofest also afford overseas investors and guests of the exhibition the opportunity to show off their products while seeing firsthand the best of Barbados’ agriculture and related sectors.
Objectives of Agrofest:
- To demonstrate the symbiotic relationship between agriculture and the rest of the community.
- To highlight the impact of agriculture on other economic sectors.
- To cater to the wide and divergent interests of the Barbadian public.
- To demonstrate the agricultural career opportunities for young people.
- To demonstrate the importance of agriculture in feeding and providing economic support to the family.
- To portray agriculture in a fun and interesting way.
Some Featured Exhibits/Shows/Events includes:
- The popular Sheep Show
- Dairy & Beef Show
- Adorable Dog Show
- The BHS Flower exhibit
- Petting Zoo
- Caribbean Cuisine
- Farmer’s Market
- Shopping Bazaar
- Educational Area
- Children Entertainment Area
- Donkey Rides
- Art & Craft Village
- Live entertainment through out the weekend
- Mounted Police Tattoo
