Agriculture Business Center of the Virgin Islands
Providing VI Farmers and Fishers Business Advising at no cost
Providing VI Farmers and Fishers Business Advising at no cost
The creation of the Virgin Islands Agriculture Business Center provides local farmers and fishers with small business education and resources. The implementation of this center is “the goal of the 2021 Agricultural Plan directed by Act 8404 to increase agricultural productivity locally to make food security and sovereignty a reality for those living in the Virgin Islands.”
VI Agriculture Business Center clients will receive one-on-one consulting, business education training, and technical assistance at no charge to the client. The programs offered by the VI Agriculture Business Center aims to foster business development in the territory’s farming and fishery industries.
All offices are located in a Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
VI Farming for Success
Our educational mission is to equip 10 dedicated and committed newer farmers with more knowledge, skills, and hands-on experience necessary to establish and help manage their agricultural operations. By the end of the program, our goal is to empower trainees to contribute to local food systems, promote environmental stewardship, strive for economic self-sufficiency, and increase food production in the VI.
Join the meeting now Microsoft Teams
Register: https://sbdcvi.ecenterdirect.com/login?event=2441
St. Croix
Basic Computer Training courses are now available from August 26 - September 25, 2025! The workshop will be conducted on the Albert A. Sheen campus.
To register call DeVaughn Taylor at (340) 692-4259 or email devaughn.taylor@uvi.edu
Vision 2020 Survey
This survey is designed to capture direct feedback from the business community about their experiences operating in the U.S. Virgin Islands, including the challenges they face and potential
solutions that could improve the business environment.
Need more information please contact us at info@usvieda.org or by calling our office at (340) 714-1700 (St. Thomas) or (340) 773-6499 (St. Croix).
St. Thomas
St. Thomas, "Usefulness of the Internet Workshop" is coming to the Orville E. Kean campus. Learn how to make the internet work for you. The workshop will be held on September 16, 18, 23, and 25, 2025.
To register, call Sherry Embrack at (340) 693-1471, or email sherry.embrack@uvi.edu. Don't miss this chance to expand your digital knowledge!
IPM and Pesticide Safety Trainings
-->August 6, 2025 (Wednesday) – Public Health Pests (PH)
->August 15, 2025 (Friday) – RECERTIFICATION for EXPIRING Certified Applicators
-->August 27, 2025 (Wednesday) – CORE Pesticide Safety and IPM
-->September 3, 2025 (Wednesday) - Industrial, Institutional Structural Health Pests (IISH)
-->September 17, 2025 (Wednesday) - Agriculture Pests of Plants (APP)
(You can take an EXAM at a later date if you strive to get a license)
Start Time: All classes begin at 8:30am to 4:30pm (long day, bring lunch)
Locations: St. Croix UVI Campus, Research Extension Center (REC) Bldg., in Room 133 St. Thomas UVI Campus, Cooperative New Extension Bldg., in Room 204
Register: https://sbdcvi.ecenterdirect.com/login?event=2444
World Food Day 2025
World Food Day is a global event that raises awareness about food security and hunger. The School of Agriculture's World Food Day event is scheduled to take place on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at the UVI Albert A. Sheen Campus, STX.
World Food Day (WFD) is internationally and annually celebrated on October 16th. This year, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations will be celebrating its 80th anniversary.
For more information, please call (340)692-4060 or email leandra.kent@uvi.edu
𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭!
Queen Conch is CLOSED TO HARVEST from June 1 to October 31, 2025 in both territorial and federal waters. Harvest and possession of Queen Conch is strictly prohibited during this period.
Questions? Reach out to us at:
reefresponsiblevi@gmail.com
@reefresponsiblevi
Organic Farming 101
Mentees receive guidance from a qualified organic-certified farmer mentor, a $500 stipend to attend eligible educational events and support completing the organic systems plan. Mentors receive up to a $3,000 stipend each year for providing support to other farmers and professional development opportunities.
Local Organic Contact: Nate Olive, Ph. D, nateolive@gmail.com
Get Prepared
Hurricane season is here, beginning June 1 and running through Nov. 30. Farmers, ranchers and forest landowners have been significantly impacted by hurricanes in recent years. USDA encourages agricultural producers to prepare for the 2025 season and get familiar with recovery resources.
The Farm Service Agency (FSA) assists beginning farmers to finance agricultural enterprises. FSA can provide financing to eligible applicants through either direct or guaranteed loans.
Operated a farm for not more than 10 years
We love our customers, so feel free to visit or call during normal business hours.
6300 Estate Peter's Rest, Ste 4, Christiansted VI
340-692-4295 Shay Roberts, Center Director shanta.roberts@uvi.edu
Open today | 08:30 am – 04:30 pm |
Closed Major Holidays.
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