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A youth-informed regional policy proposal designed to strengthen local agrifood markets and expand fair, practical procurement opportunities for Caribbean farmers and agrifood enterprises.
These files are controlled circulation copies published for consultation. They do not represent a formally approved CARICOM policy. Please cite the version and date shown and return to this page for the current public copy.
Why the policy matters
Public institutions, schools, hospitals, hospitality businesses and other large buyers can help build more resilient local food systems. The LAFP proposes a coordinated framework to make that demand more accessible to local suppliers—especially young farmers and youth-led agrifood enterprises.
The policy is being strengthened through regional consultation, technical review and stakeholder validation before it proceeds to the appropriate decision-making authorities.
Policy priorities
Increase structured demand for locally and regionally produced food.
Improve procurement access for young farmers and agrifood enterprises.
Strengthen supplier readiness, logistics and market infrastructure.
Use digital systems and data to improve transparency and accountability.
Coordinate implementation across governments, institutions and partners.
Controlled downloads
PDF circulation copies are provided for reading and consultation. Editable source files are retained in CAYAB's controlled document library.
The current controlled consultation copy of the full regional policy framework being reviewed through the CAYAB Regional Consultation and Validation Series.
A concise overview of the policy rationale, proposed actions and issues presented for stakeholder review.
Contribute to the consultation
Questions, technical comments and stakeholder recommendations may be submitted to the CAYAB project coordination team.
caricomyab@gmail.com