ECOFRIENDLY Keeping Your Home Clean

and Green!

Eco-friendly cleaning refers to the use of environmentally friendly products and methods to clean and maintain your home. By choosing to clean with ecofriendly products, you can help reduce the amount of harmful chemicals that are released into the environment, improve indoor air quality, and promote a healthier home for you and your family. Here are some tips for keeping your home clean and green:

Use natural cleaning products: Choose cleaning products that are made with natural, non-toxic ingredients such as vinegar, baking soda, lemon juice, and essential oils. These products are effective at removing dirt and grime without leaving harmful residues.

Avoid harsh chemicals: Harsh cleaning chemicals can irritate your skin and eyes, and can also be harmful to the environment. Avoid products that contain chlorine bleach, ammonia, and other harsh chemicals.

Use microfiber cloths: Microfiber cloths are effective at cleaning surfaces without the need for harsh chemicals. They are also reusable and can be washed and used again and again.

Make your own cleaning solutions: Making your own cleaning solutions is easy and affordable. Mix vinegar and water in a spray bottle to clean surfaces, or use baking soda and water to scrub stubborn stains.

Choose eco-friendly cleaning services: If you hire a cleaning service, choose one that uses eco-friendly products and methods. Many cleaning companies offer green cleaning options that are safe for your home and the environment.

Reduce waste: Reduce waste by using reusable cleaning cloths and towels instead of disposable ones. You can also reduce waste by choosing cleaning products that come in recyclable or biodegradable packaging.

By following these eco-friendly cleaning tips, you can keep your home clean and green while also doing your part to protect the environment.

We commend and salute our resilient farmers, whether crop farmers, livestock farmers or fish farmers, on their outstanding contribution over the years as they work hard in the face of all adversities to not only feed our nation, but also to contribute to the growth and expansion of the agricultural sector.

2022 represents a year of performance with a 10 % increase in domestic crop production that saw us surpassing 800,000 tonnes for the first time. With determination, commitment and partnership Jamaica has achieved seven consecutive quarters of growth in the agricultural sector and we intend to continue these positive trends with major investments, improvements and innovations in the sector.

So, to our farmers we say thank you. Your hard work and perseverance have not gone unnoticed as you Grow Smart to feed our nation.

I want to especially say thank you to our Budding Farmers who are our future and continue to play a key role in our industry. It is crucial that we equip them with a smart mindset and build their capacity to steer our nation’s agriculture and fisheries sector towards a progressive path for the foreseeable future.

Let me also assure you that your minister and your ministry remain committed to enhancing farmers access to resources, support and financing and we remain dedicated to protecting your interests as we strive to advance food and nutrition security and earn foreign exchange through export.

As we continue to salute our farmers for the entire month of April, I urge all sector stakeholders to “Grow Smart” in an effort to increase productivity and establish food security, with the broader goal of encouraging all of Jamaica to “Eat Smart”.

Finally, I urge all Jamaicans to buy more local produce for farmer’s month and join hands as we celebrate and uplift the hardworking men, women and youth, who continue to feed our nation.

Thank you. One love.

Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., M.P Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries