Last Saturday, the Minister of Agriculture and Food, Stéphane Travert, was in Martinique to outline the main points of his policy.
During his visit to the island, the minister met with Pierre Montheux, CEO of Banamart, where Mr. Montheux was able to voice the concerns of industry professionals and request assistance. Two major challenges threaten the region: a type of fungus that can decimate plantations, and the reduction in import duties on goods from abroad.
Mr. Travert’s visit continued with a tour of the fresh fruit production facility at the Dénel plant in Gros Morne. The president of the Tropical Gardens and Orchards Association asked the minister to increase the subsidies provided to organic producers.
In response to these issues, the minister’s remarks focused primarily on the implementation of sector-specific plans designed, in particular, to meet consumer demands for greater diversity in production.
France-Antilles, November 27, 2017
