In a heartening display of community engagement, first-year students enrolled in the Agriculture Science and Entrepreneurship Programme at Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Community College (SVGCC) have taken it upon themselves to donate a portion of their produce to the Lewis Punnett home residence.
This initiative underscores the pivotal role of agriculture in addressing food security concerns, particularly in regions where access to nutrient-rich local produce may be limited.
As part of their curriculum, these students are immersed in various agricultural techniques, including crop production, ornamental production, poultry production, and food technology.
Notably, their involvement in crop production extends beyond academic pursuits, as they actively seek avenues to contribute to those in need within their community.
The recent handover ceremony at Lewis Punnett’s home, graced by the presence of Staff Nurse Minors , served as a poignant reminder of the transformative potential of agricultural education. Nurse Bartholomew’s words of encouragement resonated deeply, reinforcing the students’ commitment to sustaining their agricultural endeavors beyond their college years and becoming catalysts for positive change in the realm of food systems.