Pacific organic farmers meet to break down gender barriers
A meeting in Nadi, Fiji this week has brought together organic farmers from across the Pacific to identify gender barriers within organic agriculture and find solutions to best address them.
The Pacific Community rolls out upgraded Pacific Pest List Database
As threats from plant pests and diseases in the Pacific increase due to growing populations and increased trade and movement of people and goods, the Pacific Community (SPC) introduced this week a newly upgraded Pacific Islands Pest List Database (PLD)…
International Biodiversity Day: Build back biodiversity on our Pacific farms to help communities thrive now and in the future
International Day of Plant Health: This threatened ‘Tree of Life’ is indispensable for a thriving Pacific future
Coconut palms in Vanuatu destroyed by the invasive Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle in 2023
As the world marks International Day of Plant Health today May 12, we are reminded of a tree that has played a vital role in sustaining our Pacific people for many…
Solomon Islands biosecurity training boosts safe trade efforts
25 april 2023
Solomon Islands biosecurity training boosts safe trade efforts
Para-vet training builds knowledge and skills for better livestock and animal health
Fungus that controls deadly beetle taking effect on Vanuatu islands
Stat of the week: Top 5 Producers of Coconuts in the Pacific
Papua New Guinea is the biggest producer of coconuts in the Pacific, around 1,780,312 tonnes.
Known regionally as the ‘tree of life’, every part is used, from its tallest frond down to its rooted trunk – from the sweet, delectable juice and fresh…
Pacific’s “Tree of Life” forum agrees on next steps for regional platform
A forum held on the 3rd and 4th of April at the Pacific Community (SPC) offices in Fiji has resulted in agreement on future steps to formalise a regionwide platform that supports the development and trade of Pacific’s “Tree of Life” – the coconut.