The agroprocessing sector in Barbados is poised for a transformative leap forward with the launch of an innovative Black Belly Sheep Project. The groundbreaking initiative combines cultural heritage with cutting-edge science and sustainable practices.
Spearheaded by a dynamic partnership between the Center for Agricultural Research and Innovation (CAGRI) at The University of the West Indies (UWI) Cave Hill, the Samuel Jackman Prescod Institute of Technology (SJPI), and the National Cultural Foundation (NCF), the project is set to revolutionize Barbados’ livestock and leather industries. By harnessing the potential of the island’s iconic Black Belly Sheep, the initiative reimagines the hides of this native breed as high-value artifacts, blending craftsmanship with scientific precision.
The venture represents a bold step toward economic diversification and cultural preservation. “This project aims to transform the livestock and leather industries in Barbados, elevating them to exceptional economic and cultural significance,” explained Dr. Singh, Director of CAGRI. “We are building a high-value industry that integrates science and art to drive national development—a true demonstration of progress in Science, Technology, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM).”The agroprocessing sector in Barbados is poised for a transformative leap forward with the launch of an innovative Black Belly Sheep Project. The groundbreaking initiative combines cultural heritage with cutting-edge science and sustainable practices.
Spearheaded by a dynamic partnership between the Center for Agricultural Research and Innovation (CAGRI) at The University of the West Indies (UWI) Cave Hill, the Samuel Jackman Prescod Institute of Technology (SJPI), and the National Cultural Foundation (NCF), the project is set to revolutionize Barbados’ livestock and leather industries. By harnessing the potential of the island’s iconic Black Belly Sheep, the initiative reimagines the hides of this native breed as high-value artifacts, blending craftsmanship with scientific precision.
The venture represents a bold step toward economic diversification and cultural preservation. “This project aims to transform the livestock and leather industries in Barbados, elevating them to exceptional economic and cultural significance,” explained Dr. Singh, Director of CAGRI. “We are building a high-value industry that integrates science and art to drive national development—a true demonstration of progress in Science, Technology, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM).”