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COVID-19 and Maltese agriculture

April 2, 2020April 3, 2020Leave a comment

In response to the Ag-Press request for country-specific information - "Farming during COVID-19 pandemic: how is your country coping?" Here is an overview about what's been happening in Malta over the past weeks. Local authorities have been on high alert and tackling the COVID-19 outbreak with great responsibility. The Health Minister Dr. Chris Fearne and … Continue reading COVID-19 and Maltese agriculture

Fearful consumers, silent authorities…

July 31, 2018August 3, 20182 Comments

Here are my reactions to the article featured on the Sunday Times of Malta on the 29th of July relating to pesticide residues. Let's be absolutely clear, in an ideal situation we would have 0 (zero) samples resulting in excessive residues. In writing these observations, I am in no way defending the fraction of irresponsible … Continue reading Fearful consumers, silent authorities…

Local Apricots… and yes, pesticide free!

May 18, 2018Leave a comment

Malta is blessed with a range of summer fruits and their season is kicking in.  Several farmers are at the moment harvesting some delicious apricots. Other stone fruits such as plums, peaches and nectarines will be following soon. The Ta' Bona family will be having some pesticide-free apricots available on their stand tomorrow at the … Continue reading Local Apricots… and yes, pesticide free!

Environmental Heroes

March 4, 2018March 4, 2018Leave a comment

Spring is round the corner and it's starting to feel a bit warmer here in Malta (unlike the rest of Europe). At this time of the year, there is nothing more relaxing than to go out for a walk and enjoy the Maltese countryside. Unfortunately we are starting to see photos shared on Facebook showing litter in … Continue reading Environmental Heroes

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About Jeanette

Jeanette has studied agro-ecosystems management and has been working in the agriculture industry since 1998.

Her experience ranges from employment in the public and private sectors, working in vocational training, volunteering in the third sector and contributing to start-ups and entrepreneurial activities.

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Located in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea, Malta is an independent state and member of the European Union. The Maltese people speak a distinct language of their own.

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