Browsing: Agriculture

Stories on agriculture, farming land, and rural land use across Jamaica and the Caribbean.

Hayes, located in southern Clarendon, Jamaica, is a semi-rural town historically known for its strong connection to sugarcane farming and…

Mammee Bay is a coastal settlement and bay in the parish of Saint Ann Parish, located on the island’s north…

Bamboo is a small rural town located in the parish of St. Ann, Jamaica. It is known for its lush landscapes, agricultural…

Longwood, located in Saint Elizabeth, has a rich history that ties into the broader development of the parish and Jamaica’s…

Duckenfield, located in Saint Thomas, Jamaica, has deep historical roots in plantation agriculture, particularly in sugar production. The estate, originally…

Carmel is a rural area located in the parish of Westmoreland on Jamaica’s south-western coast, near the town of Savanna-la-Mar,…

Bull Bay, located in the parish of Saint Andrew, Jamaica, is a coastal town situated about 16 miles east of…

Brown’s Town is a vibrant town in St. Ann, Jamaica, known for its rich history, educational institutions, bustling marketplaces, and…

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Nine Mile, a quiet village in Saint Ann Parish, Jamaica, is both the birthplace and final resting place of reggae…