What will it take to rebuild Jamaica’s food system after Hurricane Melissa?

What will it take to rebuild Jamaica’s food system after Hurricane Melissa?

In the three weeks since Hurricane Melissa struck Jamaica, with destructive winds of up to 185 miles per hour, authorities have been busy addressing immediate crises and assessing the damage. The strongest hurricane ever recorded to hit the Caribbean nation, Melissa collided with houses and property and downed power lines across the island, initially leaving around 70 percent of the country without electricity. Many roads still remain blocked th…

Canada expands support for hurricane Melissa recovery in Jamaica, launches matching fund

By Caribbean News Global KINGSTON, Jamaica – Canada’s Secretary of State (International Development), Randeep Sarai, has announced that Canada will match donations made to the Canadian Red Cross hurricane Melissa appeal. Every donation to the Canadian Red Cross appeal from October 28 to November 24, 2025, will be matched by the government of Canada, up to a total of CAD $1.5 million. These funds, raised through the generosity of Canadians, will …

National Fisheries Authority Confirms Island-Wide Catastrophic Damage to Fisheries Sector Following Hurricane Melissa

The National Fisheries Authority (NFA) has confirmed extensive and catastrophic damage to Jamaica’s fisheries sector following the devastating passage of Category 5 Hurricane Melissa. Preliminary assessments indicate losses amounting to […]

Jamaica Broilers’ damage from Hurricane Melissa minimal

Distribution was disrupted, but it resumed on October 31.