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| Poultry farmers contend with high input costs, threats of disease, rats, natural disasters and competition from imports. Imported chicken parts are about 40% cheaper due to economies of scale, availability of feed, cheaper utilities and labour. As a result, a large segment of the population depends on imported chicken as a source of protein. |
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| Rearing
honey bees means dealing with pests and diseases, as well as threats
from pesticides and other chemicals. Local beekeepers regard Varroa
mites and Wax moths as the two most serious pests, while Foulbrood and
Chalkbrood are the two most serious diseases. Strong vibrant hives can
usually withstand pests or diseases, provided weekly checks of hives
are conducted. |
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| The
Grenada Land Utilisation Survey, which was completed in 2005 by the
ARD, indicates the most critical input required by farmers is labour.
Although most farms are small and utilise family labour, approximately
25% hire agricultural workers. |
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| Rodents
- rats and mice - can be destructive animals that cause significant
losses for farmers and householders. Rodents can destroy up to 80% of
crops such as sweet potato, corn, pumpkin, cassava and watermelon.
Rodents also eat stored crops and feed; seeds planted in the field or
nursery; spread diseases such as leptospirosis; destroy appliances; and
even cause fires. |
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| Black
Sigatoka is a banana leaf spot disease caused by the fungus
Mcosphaerella fijiensis and is much more aggressive than Yellow
Sigatoka.The disease first discovered in Windsor, St. David in
November, 2005 has since spread to most parts of Grenada. |
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