USVI Agriculture Business Center

06/06/2026

Connect, Learn, and Grow at the UVI AAS Campus ✨🌴

We are thrilled to invite you to the Caribbean Food Crops Society Conference 2026, taking place July 12–17, 2026 at the UVI AAS Campus.

This year, we’re bringing together experts, local producers, and students to shape the future of agriculture and food systems across the region. 🌿

💲 Registration:
• General — $350 USD
• Local Farmers — $150 USD
• Students — $100 USD

Be part of the conversation. Register now and secure your place! 🌺

06/06/2026

06/06/2026

Our Agribusiness Counselor engaged with farmer and hospitality business owner sharing information about some of our latest opportunities including marketing support at today’s Community Impact Fund Annual BUSINESS SUMMIT: Building Capital, Capacity & Community

UVI Innovation Center
St. Thomas
June 6, 2026

Check out the full program in the pictures:

SUMMIT PROGRAM
Registration, Light Refreshments & Networking

CIF Introduction, Welcome & Purpose
Omi Pennick, CIF Community Partnership Manager & Dr. Pat Morris, CIF Executive Director

Opening Plenary: Breaking Barriers, Building Opportunity
Speakers: Ms. Aminah Saleem, CIF Board Chair, Eric Sonnier, RTPark Executive Director, Akem Durand, CIF Loan Officer & Alvin Franklin, Founder/Owner Alvins Hot Sauce

Concurrent Workshop Sessions: From Loan Requirements to Business Results
• Track 1: Crafting a Compelling Business Blueprint
Dr. Pat Morris, CIF Executive Director
• Track 2: Scaling for Growth and Sustainability.
Karen Jones, SBDC State Director (STX), Daryl Edwards, SBDC Business Advisor (STT) & Akem Durand CIF Loan Officer

Lunch and Keynote Speaker
Steve Lowe, Founder, My Estate Shield VI and Winner of the RTPark 2026 Startup Battle VI

"Economic transformation happens when we invest in people, culture, community, and imagination. The CIF is positioned to lead a new ear of community-rooted investment. We invite you to partner with".
- Dr. Pat Morris, RTPark CIF Executive Director

05/06/2026

Registration is required to receive access to the live event. Participants will receive the access link after completing the registration form.

29/05/2026

Calling all high school students! Build your business skills at the FREE Youth Entrepreneur Development Program hosted by UVI-CELL.

Students will learn the basics of starting a business, marketing, branding, and getting a business license.

📅 June 15 & 16
⏰ 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 SBDC on St. Thomas & St. Croix

For more information or to RSVP, call (340) 626-8009 or email [email protected].

28/05/2026

Caribbean Food Crops Society (CFCS) 2026 Conference (July 13 -17)

Organized by Virgin lslands Department of Agriculture

Description:
The Caribbean Food Crops Society (CFCS) will host its 2026 Conference in St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands, bringing together farmers, researchers, educators, policymakers, and industry leaders from across the region and beyond.

Date: July 13–17, 2026

Location: St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands

The conference will focus on advancing sustainable and innovative agricultural practices to strengthen food systems throughout the Caribbean.

Conference Theme:
Increasing Food Security in the Caribbean through Innovative Agriculture

Additional Information:
More details, including registration, program highlights, and calls for participation, will be announced.

28/05/2026

*VOLUNTEERS NEEDED* We are looking for more volunteers to help us collect recyclables every Saturday from 9am to 11am at The Market at Tutu Mall. No commitment necessary, just show up or email us at [email protected] for more info!