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Bad Dawg on the Soca Scene Arnold Road: PAN Jerk Fest Go Green with Brian Royes
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Under a big tree in St. Elizabeth.
food is in the supermarket, available at home and at the restaurants. If agriculture stops producing, everything comes to a halt. Nothing is as important in this world as agriculture and food production.
school a few years ago. Although recognized for its agricultural education, it was sad to see that the school did not have the infrastructure to ensure that the students would be useful contributors to Jamaica’s agro-economy. Even worse was the impression that the students considered themselves. . . let’s say, a little less than students at the big-name high school.
“My oldest son fixes computers and my daughter is a teacher. But the young one . . . he does not want a job. A big sip of highly concentrated white rum lubricated the speaker for the next sentence: ‘I’m a grow fowl and goat’”. It was clear that Daddy was quite happy with the oldest son and what I assume, the only daughter. “And now I never understood that. he sells naseberries in the Agriculture was a choice bar, if the rat-bat don’t beat for me. Maybe I could him to it”, he added about have been a pilot, a the young son. lawyer, soldier or banker. I imagined how the rat-bat Good jobs surely. But in my mind, none of these highly was getting the fruit to the regarded jobs have the bar first, but I was quickly same impact or importance educated. “They eat the naseberries at night”. OK, I as any job in agriculture. Everyone, even the big get it. earners need food. They It got a bit quiet after that. need farmers. They need I remembered a visit to a people that ensure their
I would have told the daddy to be proud of his young son, but the cool shade and the Nephew had done their work. I hope you, dear readers, are not slumbering yet, because I want you to understand how important you are. I want you to understand how crucial our CB Group is in feeding the nation. And understand how important farmers are in feeding the world. And how we need students that will learn about agriculture at the highest possible levels, so they will be able 1
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to feed us and all people in Jamaica and elsewhere. Now and in the future. I also wanted to tell snoring daddy that I was proud of his young son. And about how proud I was working for our Group. And how I feel good that our crops are starting to provide Jamaica with homegrown options. But the father was fast asleep, and my ride finally came to pick me up. I will tell him the next time we meet under the tree.
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Copperwood at #JamaicaCoffeeFest
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Member of Parliament Juliet Holness, Minister of Tourism Edmund Bartlett and Chairman Needless to say, patrons of the Tourism Linkages Network, Adam Stewart, officially opened the first-ever Jamaica indulged themselves at the Blue Mountain Coffee Festival, on Saturday March 24 at Newcastle in Irish Town, St Copperwood booth. Andrew. The day’s activities featured With its immense earning potential, coffee plays a major role in Jamaica’s tourism performances by Dance product. Copperwood Pork was happy to take part in the festival to support the Expressions, Charlestown initiative in building on Jamaica’s gastronomy offerings. Maroons, Tarrus Riley and the Black Soil Band. The There were 38 exhibitors on display from coffee houses, coffee purveyors, body and event hosted approximately beauty products, jewelry, art and personalized gift items. 650 patrons for its first Did you know? staging and next year Coffee and pork go together like peanut butter and jelly? Yes! The complex beans add promises to be bigger and some depth and complexity to the meat’s subtle flavour. Copperwood Pork set up it’s better. flagship booth serving up delicious espresso infused pulled pork sandwiches and coffee rubbed spare ribs, catered by Mark Chong. 2
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A Staple on the Soca Scene March and April saw our Golden Wheels at many of the fetes that took place this Soca Season.
Events such as Scorch, Soca Brainwash, Heineken RIO and I Love Soca see thousands of patrons each, belonging to a segment The juicy sausage has that remains true to the become widely popular as Bad Dawg consumer. a staple on the street food Afterall, Bad Dawg was scene throughout KSA. launched at UWI Mona’s With demand increasing for Integration Tuesdays, hearty, quick, cooked food targeting persons in their options, the vending cart late teens to early 20’s, programme has expanded many who have become from the roadsides of KSA, so attached to the brand to supplying patrons inside that they have become organizes parties and fetes. loyalists and even (nonpaid) brand ambassadors, Promoters that wish to a very powerful tool for deliver a tasty yet quality any brand. solution to their food offerings have chosen Today, Bad Dawg is the the Bad Dawg brand to requested food brand provide that solution. On at any soca fete – no the CB Foods side, we longer on the tongues of choose specific events only Jamaicans, but also that will create profitable Trinidadians, Bajans and business for our cart vendor hundreds of other other entrepreneurs, while Caribbean nationals who aligning with the values visit Jamaica specifically for and personality of the the Carnival experience. brand itself. 4
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Big Tree Orange Street, Downtown Monday—Saturday 11:00am—5:00pm
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Wiles Plaza St. Christopher Street (Adjacent the Bus Park) Brown’s Town, St. Ann Monday—Friday 11:00am—5:00pm
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COMING SOON… Chapleton St. Catherine Annex the Market & Police Station
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Nutramix Farm Party a Hit
The farm party of all farm parties! March 24 had Team Nutramix for the win with its epic Farm Party, held this year at Murray’s Fish and Jerk Hut in Clarendon. To much of our NutraDays Winners delight, their entire staff were treated to complimentary shuttle ser vices, and upon entrance, were greeted with congratulatory posters of themselves. Our specially invited customers and friends arrived outfitted in fashionable farm gears and denim wears, and received their signature Nutramix straw hats as the final touch. Inside had game galore like domino and ludi, and chilled treats like cold beers and coconut jelly. Good vibes were the order of the day. Entertainment by Fab 5 set the tone for a ‘danceall-night’ party where an
old school dance-off nearly broke loose. Guests indulged in the evening’s delicious menu provided by Murray’s themselves, and we think it’s safe to say that their signature jerk rabbit was nothing short of sensational to everyone who gave it a go. Our dear farmers and feed store owners, along wither their families, had a wonderful time as they were able to enjoy, kick back and relax as we all celebrated together in their achievements. Kudos to another successful event for the CB Group. All left with bellies full, dancing boots a bit more ragged and happy hearts. Oh, not to mention avocado, mango, cherry and soursop fruit trees as a special token! 6
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What better to do after a long hard year of work……..? In an effort to build a team morale the Leadership/ Admin teams of CB Arnold Road decided to treat their production team to an evening themed “Pan Jerk” on April 7, 2018. There were the infamous Pan Jerk Teams showcasing their culinary talents behind the pans. Preliminary counts from the EOJ office came back with the running finalists-: 1. Pork - Hopeton 2. 1 Don 3. Garfield 4. Kewaine/Brandon 5. Dwen However PAN man Dwen has requested a recount! Arnold Road is still tabulating results to prove just exactly who’s the top PAN man…… Will Dwen get his judgement? 8
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Feedback from the AR PAN Jerk Fest patrons
“I would definitely recommend that this event be held again.”
“In my opinion this event was a memorable one, which most people felt a sense of care by the company. “I enjoyed myself to the max, I think Most persons, if not all got to taste with a little bit more fine tuning it can the chicken and pork prepared by be a very nice event.” Arnold Road talented ‘Jerkers’.” “Certainly I would love to have it again ….. I’d get more involved.”
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“‘Jerk fest’ at Arnold road was a new and exciting gesture; I think it was well put together never knew the outcome would have been so good!’”
A big thank you to all who supported!
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On Thursday April 19, 2018 CB Egg Farms had its first Games Day. It was an afternoon of food, laughter, music, countless six loves in dominoes, card games, ludu, and even an impromptu dance competition. After a long day of production and in spite of the rain, staff gathered to kick back, relax and enjoy some well-deserved fun.
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The Field Operations Department, and as we call it, ‘the Field Office’ is responsible for the supervision of all Poultry Farms. Farm areas are divided into 3 specific geographical areas, with a Technical Representative coordinating each. The Technical Field Supervisor oversees all Technical Representatives and the Field Department is managed by the Field Operations Manager who in turn reports to the Head of Live Production.
Catching Operation Our Catching Team consists of (2) supervisors and (15) Catchers and Forklift Operators. They play an integral role in the Field Operations, as they ensure that birds are safely placed in crates to be later transported to the Arnold Road facility. See the Catching Team on the job on April 19.
A typical farm has workers who are supervised directly by The Farm Owner or their approved Representative with the responsibility of ensuring that daily tasks are carried out in a timely and professional manner. There are specific procedures that apply to all activities inside and outside the chicken houses that have a direct impact on the growth rate, health and good performance of the birds grown on all farms.
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Reasons To Take Your Vacation Time!
We want you to know that your vacation time for rest and relaxation is important to us. Here are 7 GREAT reasons why you should book some vacation time today: Dial Up Creativity: A good vacation can help us to reconnect with ourselves, operating as a vehicle for selfdiscovery and helping us get back to feeling our best.
Keep YOU Healthy: Taking regular time off to ‘recharge your batteries’, thereby keeping stress levels lower, can keep you healthier. Promote Overall Wellbeing: One study found that three days after vacation, subjects’ physical complaints, their quality of sleep and mood had improved as compared to before vacation. These gains were still present five days later, especially in those who had more personal time and overall satisfaction during their vacations.
ones can keep relationships strong, helping you enjoy the good times more and helping you through the stress of the hard times. In fact, a study by the Arizona Department of Health and Human Services found that people who took vacations were more satisfied with their marriages. Help With Your Job Performance: The psychological benefits that come with more frequent vacations lead to increased quality of life that can lead to increased quality of work on the job.
Stave Of f Burnout: Workers who take regular time to relax are less likely to experience burnout, making them more creative and productive than their Strengthen Relationship overworked, under-rested Bonds: Spending time Relieve Stress in Lasting counterparts. enjoying life with loved Ways: It should come as 14
no surprise that vacations that include plenty of free time bring stress relief, but research shows that a good vacation can lead to the experience of fewer stressful days at least five days later! That means that vacations are the gift to yourself that keep on giving. Now that you have been reminded of how essential your wellness is for health and wellness, talk to your Managers then book your vacation time in BAMBOO HR now!
Source: Society Of Human Resource Management (SHRM)
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Discovering Jamaica by car can be a truly unique vacation experience.
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the island in the parish of Portland -- of which Port Antonio is the capital. Leaving the hustle and From beaches to cloud bustle of the busy tourism forests and misty mountains, centre of Ocho Rios, the jagged cliffs and lush river drive takes on a more valleys. Hit the road and languid feel as it directs prepare to have some of you through charmingly the best experiences the simple communities along island has to offer. the coast where notable stops include GoldenEye, Papine to Newcastle A the former home of drive up this winding road from the hot and dusty flats James Bond’s creator Ian of Kingston - about an hour Fleming , and Firefly where – takes you to the cool and playwright Noel Coward not only holidayed but refreshing Blue and John wrote some of his most Crow Mountains, 26,000 renowned work. hectares of land recently demarcated as a World Treasure Beach to Negril. Heritage Site. Stop to take About two hours in length, a photo or have a cup of this road trip traverses the coffee along the way, pack rugged southern coastline a picnic and visit Hollywell of the island enabling National Park where you passengers to take in the can take a guided hike to a varying sights and sounds waterfall. of undeveloped Jamaica. See a crocodile in Black Ocho Rios to Port River, grab a fish and Antonio. Discover the festival at Border, stop in greener, lusher, side of
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Scenic Drives You Can Take on Your Vacation
Bluefields and pay homage to Peter Tosh or take a swim with a cold Red Stripe at any of the public beaches along the way before arriving – in time to catch a sunset of course - on the 7 miles of beach you came to visit in Negril. Spanish Town to Ocho Rios (old road or new highway). Now that there’s an option, everyone has their favourite. The new highway which will undoubtedly get you door to door in just over an hour, is a feat in engineering cutting through the mountains, serving up spectacular views of the two sides of the island. The old road in comparison takes over two hours and winds its way through the river valleys along the Rio Grande and climbs the Mount Diablo before beginning a long descent towards the sea, where drivers can stop for boiled corn and soup, jerk chicken and harddough bread, various fruit and coconuts on the other side.
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Norman Manley International Airport to Kingston … & back again. Set near the end of palisadoes, the drive in from the airport takes in the scope of the city’s harbour, the seventh largest natural one in the world, as well as a first glimpse of the vast Blue and John Crow Mountain Range that shelter the sprawling city. When driving towards the airport you can add on a drive to Port Royal, once the wickedest city in the west, where pirates and buccaneers spilled out of bars, and royal officers defended the coastline from their posts at the old fort.
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Plant A Tree With CBG Volunteers
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Saturday March 17, 2018 the CB outreach group made greater strides in their goal to plant 1000 trees as part of NEPA’s million trees initiative and in recognition International Day of Forests on March 21st. A total of 55 fruit trees were planted by 38 volunteers consisting of CB workers from several locations, Wolmer’s High School for Girls staff and students. The challenge was taken on wholeheartedly and everyone had fun while saving the environment. But that is only a tip of the iceberg of our goal. We still have 845 trees left and a vast amount of land to plant it on. So get your green thumbs ready and stay tuned for our next project. 17
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Sales #LiveBetter Quarterly Meeting
Sales held its quarterly meeting in March at Turtle River Falls and Gardens in Ocho Rios. Both the Food Service and Trade sales teams along with a couple Marketing folks came out in casual wear to the lush green space. After a short breakfast, Sales Managers Craig Plunkett and Hillary Pearce took centre-stage to make their presentations. There was a review of the previous quarter as well as discussions regarding the strategies for the upcoming period for the various brands. Marketing’s Alicia Bogues also discussed upcoming Marketing events so that both departments are always aligned. To enjoy the rest of the day, lunch was served courtesy of the Gardens, and persons ventured on a mini-hike to explore the beautiful falls. 18
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Go Green
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The problem is plain and simple: plastics are killing our environment. No one can deny that plastics are extremely useful and all too convenient – so much so that they are almost everywhere. Chances are you’ve used some form of plastic in the last 24 hours alone, whether for eating, drinking, or storage. A 2018 article by the Gleaner reports that Jamaica uses about 600 million plastic bottles each year, with about 3 million pounds collected by Recycling Partners of Jamaica alone since 2014. But what exactly are plastics, how are they bad for the environment and what can we do about it?
#LiveBetter with Less Plastic
suggests a link between these chemicals and hormonal disruption, heart disease, reproductive issues, and child abnormalities in pregnant women.
Plastics are made from the same crude oil that gives us asphalt and petroleum. When crude oil is distilled and heated under certain conditions, it produces the sturdy yet versatile material we know as plastic. But as handy as plastics may be, their production, use and disposal all pose serious risks to the environment’s health as well as our own. For example, the harmful drilling of crude oil and the energy intensive production of plastics badly pollutes the air, contributing to global warming and respiratory illnesses. Also, many believe that chemicals added to plastics (like BPAs and PBDEs) can seep into food and beverages and get into our bodies. A 2017 article by Environmental Health News
Perhaps the most obvious problem is the abundance of plastic that is disposed of improperly, especially here in Jamaica. Because plastics are non-biodegradable (they do not naturally break down in the environment), they can remain there up to one thousand years. As they build up in gullies, they harbour disease and increase flood risk. On land, they leech chemicals into the soil and groundwater. In our dumps, they cause more toxic garbage fires. On our beaches, they harm wildlife, and 20
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Believe it or not, we do have the power to make a difference for Jamaica’s environment. Yes, plastics are a serious problem. So now more than ever it is Everyone has the right to a time for us to live better, clean and safe environment. take responsibility for the environment and be the You can help make this solution our communities possible by saying no need. to plastics as much as possible and recycling the “Our volunteers are already bottles you cannot avoid at your location’s recycling getting involved! On Earth Day (April 22nd), a small station. You can also group of CB volunteers encourage your friends and family to avoid plastics, joined JET for a beach and to recycle their plastics cleanup collecting 25 bags of garbage in just one too. Every bottle counts! It is important to know that hour. You can get involved CB’s recycling bins can only too! Keep an eye out for our upcoming Labour Day take plastic bottles with a 1 or 2 printed on their base project (May 23rd) focused (and no Styrofoam). on living better for our environment!” impact fishing and tourism. Everywhere they end up, they create problems for the environment and the people living there.
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INGREDIENTS 1 box Bonafide beef burger patty 4 tortilla wraps ¾ cup Shredded pepper jack cheese For the salsa ½ cup chopped Tomato ¼ cup chopped Onion 1 tablespoon chopped Cilantro 1 teaspoon chopped Chili or jalapeno pepper ½ teaspoon Salt 1 teaspoon Lime juice For the southwest sauce ½ cup Sour cream ½ cup Mayonnaise 1 tablespoon Smoked paprika 1 teaspoon Chili powder 1 teaspoon ground Coriander 1 tablespoon ground Cumin ¼ teaspoon Black pepper 1½ tablespoon Honey ½ teaspoon salt (optional)
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DIRECTIONS • In a bowl combine all the ingredients to make the southwest sauce, set aside • Combine all the ingredients to make the salsa mixing thoroughly • Heat pan or grill to medium-high heat • Add Bonafide Straight Beef burger patty • Cook for 3-5 minutes per side (or until desired colour and texture is obtained), then remove from heat • Allow the burger to rest for 1-2 minutes then slice in half • In another heated pan add the tortilla wrap • To half the tortilla, add shredded cheese, salsa, burger patty, southwest sauce and more cheese • Fold over the tortilla allowing the cheese to melt and both sides to toast • Finish with more southwest sauce and a sprinkling of fresh cilantro • Slice and enjoy
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INGREDIENTS 8 Copperwood Pork spare ribs 40g
barbecue spice rub
375ml apple cider or apple juice 200ml pineapple juice 1/3
cup mayonnaise
1/3
cup Greek-style yoghurt
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tablespoon olive oil
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250g brussels sprouts, very thinly sliced 3
spring onions, thinly sliced
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bunch flat-leaf parsley, chopped
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DIRECTIONS • Preheat oven to 140°C. Place the ribs in a single layer in a roasting pan and coat with barbecue rub. • Add the cider or apple juice, adding a little extra water if necessary to just cover the ribs. Cover the surface with baking paper, then cover the pan with foil. Bake for 2 hours or until tender. Drain ribs and set aside to cool. Place in a single layer on a baking tray in the fridge for 1 hour to chill. • Meanwhile, heat the pineapple juice in a small saucepan over medium heat for 5 mins or until the liquid reduces by half. Remove from heat and stir in the barbecue sauce. • Combine the mayonnaise, yoghurt, oil and lemon juice in a large bowl. Add the brussels sprouts, spring onion and parsley. Toss to coat. Season. • Heat a barbecue grill or chargrill on medium-high. Cook ribs on grill, brushing with barbecue glaze, for 6-7 mins or until evenly coated and caramelized. Serve with the slaw.
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Hall, Nicole Marketing Coordinator Marketing, Group Office Whyte, Jessica Food Service Team Lead Business Process Management, Arnold Road Coombs, Uriel Inventory Supervisor - Cold Storage Finance & Accounting, Freetown Gardner, Alicia Payroll Administrator People & Culture, Group Office Griffiths, Lori Marketing Coordinator Marketing, Group Office Mannings, Damallie Scale Monitor Finance & Accounting, Arnold Road Morrison, Donya Production Worker Production, Freetown Myers, Dwight Database Administrator IT, Group Office Roberts, Laurence QA Attendant QMS, Freetown
Simpson, Sherwein Production Worker Production, Freetown
Clayton, Deana-Rae Production Accounting Clerk Finance & Accounting, Lucea
Williams, Leticia QA Team Leader QMS, Lucea
Robinson, Steve Production Worker Production, Arnold Road
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Brown, Romaine Production Accounting Clerk Finance & Accounting, Newport Genetics Douglas, Lamar Inventory Foreman Distribution, Arnold Road Wilson, Stanley Shipping Supervisor Distribution, Arnold Road Brown, Shanique QA Technician QMS, Arnold Road Ashman, Violet Accounts Payables Clerk Finance & Accounting, Group Office Lewis, Kemeisha Cashier Finance & Accounting, Newport Mills 25
Adams, Andrea Internal Auditor Internal Audit Wilson, Kristi-Leigh Project Coordinator Business Process Management