Bio-diversity

Seven Rivers is one of the areas in St. James once known for its wide range of plant species including valuable herbs of medicinal and pharmaceutical value. Over the past 30 years there has been a marked reduction and loss of many of these plant species due to land degradation. The project seeks to re-establish, protect and preserve endangered and threatened species of herbs and spices in key farming area of Seven Rivers. The project will be implemented under Biodiversity OP 13. Project activities include: project sensitization meeting, construction of greenhouse, nursery preparation, installation of irrigation and planting outfield, preparation of soil for transplanting, training of community members in agronomic and harvesting practices and waste management and the installation of solar dryer

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