AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoAI Governance: SVG’s digital push raises a real question: what authority should AI agents be allowed to have inside connected public systems, as the country expands early-warning surveillance and paperless customs workflows. Agriculture & Food Security: Farmers received soil-health kits under the ADOPT Caribbean project, while the Agriculture Ministry and CARDI evaluate carrot varieties to cut imports and boost rural profits. Agri Exports (Digital Trade): Quantome’s “SVG Box” and the new Agricultural Marketing and Export Strategy link Vincentian dasheen and hot peppers to guaranteed California buyers, with digital tracking and a price floor to protect growers. Tourism Tech: A new “Vincy List” directory aims to help visitors quickly find local businesses, experiences, and services, including offline listings at Argyle airport. Digital Skills: OECS and UWI Global Campus open applications for the Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship (Cohort II) from Sept 10–20, covering AI, cybersecurity, cloud, data, and more. Public Safety & Privacy: Police say searches of cellular phones require a warrant, clarifying how digital evidence can be handled in investigations. Health Leadership: PAHO and UWI graduate a third cohort of health policy and health systems trainees across the Caribbean, strengthening regional leadership. Invasive Species: Authorities step up efforts to eradicate the Giant African Snail using surveillance and containment measures.
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