AGP Executive Report

Aviation & Tourism: Caribbean Airlines is rolling out a transformation programme aimed at stronger operations, better customer service and long-term financial sustainability, with new onboard and airport duty-free options highlighted in its in-flight magazine. Agriculture & Food Security: A Youth and Women in Agriculture Symposium in the Eastern Caribbean put a clear spotlight on getting more young people and women into farming, with speakers stressing how food production and profits must stay West Indian. Hurricane Recovery & Public Finance: Grenada’s Parliament is set to consider a large EC$310.9m supplemental appropriation tied to Hurricane Beryl recovery, with officials pointing to priority projects and a design-finance-build arrangement while facing calls for scrutiny of spending. Health & Leadership: St. Kitts and Nevis PM Terrance Drew reassured citizens he is recovering well after medical evaluations in South Florida, describing symptoms and the ongoing checks. Agri-Inputs & Risk: Kenya’s pesticide use hit a record high, raising concerns about dependence on highly hazardous chemicals and the pressures from illegal markets. Media & Culture (Local relevance): Netflix’s Danish thriller “The Secret Woman” is topping charts in multiple places including Martinique, driven by an amnesia mystery and fast-rising global popularity.

Aviation & Tourism: Caribbean Airlines is pushing a transformation programme to boost operational performance, customer service and long-term financial sustainability, rolling out new customer perks like a Duty-Free Bridal Registry and gift cards as it moves beyond another summer travel season. Agriculture & Food Systems: A Youth and Women in Agriculture Symposium address in the region stressed that what we eat, who grows it, and who profits from it must be “West Indian,” with urgency tied to shifting trade rules, rising shipping costs and tighter development support. Climate Risk for Industry: The Caribbean is being warned to prepare for a potentially severe drought and heat crisis into 2027, with El Niño driving hotter, drier conditions that could strain water supplies, agriculture and public health. Pesticides & Farm Inputs: Kenya’s pesticide use hit a record high in 2024, underscoring growing dependence on chemical crop protection even as health and environmental risks rise. Regional Business Watch: A Netflix Danish thriller, “The Secret Woman,” is topping charts in multiple countries including Martinique, a reminder of how global media demand can quickly spill into local markets.

Agriculture & Youth Mobilization: At the 2026 Youth and Women in Agriculture Symposium in Grenada, speakers stressed that young people are ready to farm when they’re properly invited and supported, framing food production as a West Indian economic priority. Regional Climate Risk: The Caribbean is bracing for a tougher drought and heat season into 2027, with El Niño driving hotter, drier conditions and raising pressure on water supplies, agriculture, and public health—especially across Windwards, Leewards, and ABC islands. Pesticides & Farm Inputs: Kenya’s pesticide use hit a record in 2024, underscoring how chemical crop protection is expanding despite health and environmental risks, with a large share classified as highly hazardous. Public Works & Recovery Spending: Grenada’s Parliament is weighing a major EC$310.9 million supplemental appropriation for Hurricane Beryl recovery and new challenges, including a design-finance-build arrangement, while officials push back on calls for a commission of inquiry. Health Update (Regional Leadership): St. Kitts and Nevis PM Dr. Terrance Drew told citizens he is recovering well after medical evaluations in South Florida, following symptoms that prompted further checks in the region.

Agriculture & Food Security: Grenada hosted a Youth and Women in Agriculture Symposium, with speakers stressing that what people eat, who grows it, and who profits from it must be “West Indian,” as leaders warn the region faces accelerating global disruption that will hit trade, shipping costs, and development support. Climate Risk for Local Farming: The Caribbean is being urged to prepare for a severe drought and heat crisis into 2027, with El Niño driving hotter, drier conditions and raising pressure on water supplies, agriculture, and public health—especially across Windwards, Leewards, and ABC islands. Pesticides Under Pressure: Kenya’s pesticide use hit a record high in 2024 (6,953 tonnes), with heavy reliance on highly hazardous pesticides, spotlighting health and environmental risks alongside the need to protect yields. Construction & Recovery Spending: Grenada’s Parliament is considering a large EC$310.9 million supplemental appropriation for Hurricane Beryl recovery and priority projects, including a design-finance-build arrangement, as officials reject calls for a commission of inquiry. Health Update in the Region: St. Kitts and Nevis PM Terrance Drew says he is recovering well after medical evaluations in South Florida, following symptoms that prompted further checks. Media & Shipping (Martinique in the charts): Netflix’s Danish thriller “The Secret Woman” is topping charts in multiple countries including Martinique and Reunion, with the plot centered on a vanished shipping-empire owner.

Agriculture & Youth Mobilization: In Grenada, Dr. Didacus Jules opened the 2026 Youth and Women in Agriculture Symposium with a clear message: young people are ready to farm if they’re properly invited and supported, with more than 100 local participants plus delegations across Member States. Climate Risk for Food Systems: The Caribbean is bracing for a potentially severe drought and heat crisis into 2027 as strengthening El Niño drives hotter, drier conditions, raising pressure on water supplies, agriculture, and public health—especially across Windwards, Leewards, and ABC Islands. Pesticide Pressure (Regional Lesson): Kenya’s pesticide use hit a record 6,953 tonnes in 2024, with heavy reliance on highly hazardous pesticides, underscoring the health and environmental trade-offs facing farmers and regulators. Recovery Spending Scrutiny (Grenada): Grenada’s Parliament is weighing a large EC$310.9 million supplemental appropriation tied to Hurricane Beryl recovery, while a minister challenged calls for a commission of inquiry, saying he has “absolutely nothing to hide.” Health Update (Regional Leadership): St. Kitts and Nevis PM Dr. Terrance Drew told citizens he is recovering well and in stable condition after medical checks in South Florida.

Agriculture & Youth Mobilization: In Grenada, Dr. Didacus Jules opened the 2026 Youth and Women in Agriculture Symposium, stressing that young people are ready to farm when they’re properly invited and supported. Climate & Water Stress: The Caribbean is bracing for a potentially severe drought and heat crisis into 2027, with El Niño driving hotter, drier conditions that could squeeze water supplies, agriculture, and public health—especially across Windwards, Leewards, and ABC islands. Hurricane Recovery & Procurement: Grenada’s Parliament is weighing a large EC$310.9m supplemental appropriation tied to Hurricane Beryl recovery and new challenges, with the biggest slice earmarked for a design-finance-build arrangement amid calls for scrutiny. Marina Dispute (Carriacou): The Corion family in Carriacou says boat owners at Tyrrel Bay Marina were given “advanced notice” before a fence was erected, rejecting claims of being locked out without warning. Food & Farm Inputs (Global): Kenya’s pesticide use hit record levels in 2024, raising concerns about health and environmental risks as farmers rely heavily on chemical crop protection.

Youth & Women in Agriculture: Dr. Didacus Jules opened the 2026 Youth and Women in Agriculture Symposium in Grenada, stressing that young people are ready to farm when they’re properly invited and supported. Caribbean Climate & Water Stress: CIMH and UWI warn the region could face a severe drought and heat crisis stretching into 2027, with reduced rainfall and higher evaporation likely hitting Windwards, Leewards and ABC islands—raising pressure on water, agriculture and public health. Martinique Tourism & Heritage: A feature spotlights Saint-Pierre as “the Caribbean Pompeii,” pairing 1902 ruins and black-sand beaches with Mount Pelée—positioning the volcanic north as a strong winter travel draw. Marina Dispute (Carriacou): The Corion family rejects claims from trapped boat owners at Tyrrel Bay Marina, saying the fence was planned and owners were given “advanced notice” to remove themselves. Streaming & Local Reach: Netflix’s Danish thriller “The Secret Woman” is climbing charts globally, including a No. 1 spot in Martinique, underlining growing demand for non-English content. Agriculture Inputs Watch (Kenya): Kenya’s pesticide use hit a record high in 2024, with heavy reliance on highly hazardous chemicals—fueling health and environmental concerns.

Caribbean Climate Risk: CIMH and UWI warn the region could face a severe drought and heat crisis stretching into 2027 as El Niño strengthens, putting water supplies, agriculture, and public health under pressure. Hurricane Recovery Funding: St. Kitts and Nevis is seeking parliamentary approval for an EC$310.9 million supplemental appropriation to push priority projects and complete Hurricane Beryl recovery, with EC$161 million earmarked for a design-finance-build arrangement. Agribusiness Inputs & Safety: Kenya’s pesticide use hit a record 6,953 tonnes in 2024, with heavy reliance on highly hazardous pesticides and growing pressure from illegal imports and health/environment risks—an issue with clear lessons for regional farming. Marina & Local Property Dispute: Carriacou’s Corion family disputes claims from stranded boat owners at Tyrrel Bay Marina, saying they had “advanced notice” before fencing and that the owners were trespassing. Tourism & Heritage: Saint-Pierre, Martinique is highlighted as “Caribbean Pompeii,” pairing 1902 ruins and Mount Pelée with black-sand beaches—useful for operators planning the winter travel season.

Trade & Supply Chains: The U.S. released its July 2026 goods and services trade snapshot, with CBP-based import and export valuation details that matter for regional exporters and logistics planning. Agri-Inputs & Health: Kenya hit record pesticide use in 2024 (6,953 tonnes), with fungicides and herbicides leading and a large share flagged as highly hazardous—raising pressure around illegal markets and farm safety. Climate Risk for Farming & Water: Caribbean leaders are warning of a severe drought and heat threat into 2027 as El Niño strengthens, with forecasts pointing to drier conditions across Windwards, Leewards and ABC islands—an early alarm for water systems and agriculture. Local Maritime Dispute: On Carriacou’s Tyrrel Bay Marina, the Corion family disputes claims by trapped boat owners, saying they received “advanced notice” before a fence was erected—turning the spotlight on marina access and property control. Tourism & Heritage: Saint-Pierre’s 1902 ruins and Mount Pelée backdrop are being pitched as a must for Martinique’s volcanic north travel season.

Climate & Water Security: The Caribbean is bracing for a potentially severe drought and heat crisis stretching into 2027, with CIMH and UWI Mona warning that strengthening El Niño conditions could mean less rain, higher evaporation, and more hot-spell days—raising pressure on water supplies, agriculture, and public health. Agri-Inputs & Health Risks: Kenya’s pesticide use hit a record high in 2024 (6,953 tonnes), with heavy reliance on highly hazardous pesticides—fueling concerns over illegal markets and growing health and environmental risks for major crops. Tourism & Hospitality (Martinique): Club Med says it plans to expand to 100 global resorts by 2035, and highlights ongoing upgrades at Club Med Buccaneer’s Creek in Martinique, including a new adults-only “Zen Oasis” with new room categories and suites. Regional Infrastructure & Utilities: Grenada will host the 35th CWWA conference (12–16 Oct 2026), focusing on water security, climate resilience, wastewater, and solid waste—bringing ministers, engineers, utilities, and partners together. Local Land/Marina Dispute: On Carriacou, the Corion family disputes claims by trapped boat owners over a fence at Tyrrel Bay Marina, saying they had “advanced notice” to remove boats and property. Heritage & Tourism (Martinique): A travel feature spotlights Saint-Pierre as “Caribbean Pompeii,” linking 1902 ruins and Mount Pelée to black-sand beaches and the broader volcanic north.

Agri-Health & Environment: Kenya hit a record 6,953 tonnes of pesticide use in 2024, with fungicides/bactericides leading and more than two-thirds classed as highly hazardous—raising alarms over illegal imports and farm-worker and ecosystem risks. Climate & Water Security: The Caribbean is bracing for a drought-and-heat crisis into 2027 as strengthening El Niño cuts rainfall and boosts hot-spell days, putting pressure on water supplies, agriculture, and public health. Tourism & Hospitality (Martinique): Club Med says it wants to grow from 60 to 100 resorts by 2035, with Martinique’s Club Med Buccaneer’s Creek set to add a new adults-only Zen Oasis. Local Land/Marina Dispute: On Carriacou, the Corion family rejects claims from trapped boat owners that a fence was erected without notice, saying they gave “advanced notice” and that boaters were trespassing. Infrastructure & Aviation Funding: French regional airports may face survival threats as EU rules tighten public funding for airports with lower passenger numbers, with knock-on effects for regional connectivity. Heritage & Tourism (Martinique): Saint-Pierre is spotlighted as “Caribbean Pompeii,” pairing 1902 ruins and black-sand beaches with Mount Pelée—an angle that fits Martinique’s visitor economy.

Tourism & Hospitality: Club Med says it wants to scale up fast, targeting 100 resorts by 2035, with major renovations and new concepts underway, including its Martinique property set to debut an adults-only “Zen Oasis.” Climate & Water Security: Caribbean leaders are warning of drought and heat risks stretching into 2027 as El Niño strengthens, putting pressure on water supplies, agriculture, and public health—an issue that matters for island industry and food production. Infrastructure & Public Services: Grenada will host the 35th CWWA conference (12–16 Oct 2026), focusing on water security, climate resilience, wastewater, and solid waste—bringing utilities, engineers, and policymakers together. Energy & Consumer Costs: Grenada announces VAT-free shopping days and temporary VAT relief on electricity bills, alongside continued fuel and LPG price controls through late 2026. Local Maritime Dispute: The Corion family disputes claims from trapped boat owners at Tyrrel Bay Marina, saying they had “advanced notice” about a fence and that the owners were trespassing. Culture & Media: Netflix’s Danish thriller “The Secret Woman” is climbing charts globally, ranking #1 in Martinique and nearby islands—another reminder of how entertainment demand can boost local viewing and tourism interest.

Tourism & Hospitality: Club Med is pushing growth hard, aiming to reach 100 resorts by 2035 (from 60 today), with upgrades continuing across the Caribbean—highlighting Martinique’s Club Med Buccaneer’s Creek, where a new adults-only “Zen Oasis” is set to debut. Water & Waste Infrastructure: Grenada will host the 35th Caribbean Water and Wastewater Association conference (12–16 Oct 2026), positioning the island as a regional hub for water security, climate resilience, wastewater and solid waste management. Climate & Agriculture Risk: The Caribbean faces a worsening drought and heat outlook into 2027, with El Niño expected to drive hotter, drier conditions and raise pressure on water supplies, farming and public health. Local Land/Marina Dispute: On Carriacou, the Corion family disputes claims from trapped boat owners at Tyrrel Bay Marina, saying they had “advanced notice” before fencing and that the owners were told to leave the property. Energy & Cost of Living (Regional): Grenada announces six VAT-free shopping days (Aug–Oct 2026) plus VAT removal on electricity bills and continued fuel/LPG price controls through December.

Streaming & Culture: Netflix’s Danish thriller The Secret Woman is surging globally, hitting No. 1 in seven countries including Martinique and Guadeloupe, with an amnesia-driven plot about a vanished shipping heiress. Climate & Water Security: Caribbean leaders are warning of a potentially severe drought and heat crisis stretching into 2027 as strengthening El Niño brings hotter, drier conditions and rising pressure on water, farming, and public health. Heritage & Construction: Grenada’s Drill Yard preservation fight is moving forward as an interim court injunction blocks demolition while an international technical team assesses options to secure and rehabilitate the historic site. Tourism & Hospitality: Club Med says it plans to expand to 100 resorts by 2035, with ongoing renovations including its Martinique property set to debut a new adults-only “Zen Oasis.” Maritime & Local Property Dispute: Carriacou’s Corion family rejects claims from stranded boat owners, saying they received “advanced notice” before fencing at Tyrrel Bay Marina. Energy & Cost of Living (Regional): Grenada announces six VAT-free shopping days and temporary electricity VAT removal, alongside continued fuel and LPG price controls.

Climate & Water Security: The Caribbean is bracing for a potentially severe drought and heat crisis stretching into 2027, with El Niño driving hotter, drier conditions and raising pressure on water supplies, agriculture, and public health—especially across the Windwards, Leewards and ABC Islands. Tourism & Local Industry: A Martinique travel spotlight puts Saint-Pierre’s 1902 ruins, Mount Pelée and black-sand beaches front and center as the winter season approaches, underlining the value of heritage and nature for visitor flows. Marina & Property Disputes: On Carriacou, the Corion family rejects claims from trapped boat owners at Tyrrel Bay Marina, saying they had “advanced notice” to remove themselves after a fence was erected—an issue that can quickly affect marine services and local business operations. Aviation & Connectivity: EU funding rule changes could squeeze smaller French regional airports from April 2027 onward, with knock-on risks for domestic travel links that many Caribbean-facing regions rely on. Heritage Preservation (Construction/Engineering): Grenada’s Drill Yard preservation push moves forward with an interim court injunction and a technical assessment led by an international engineering team, aiming to secure and rehabilitate the historic site. Caribbean Water Sector: Grenada is set to host the 35th CWWA conference (12–16 Oct 2026), focusing on water security, climate resilience, wastewater and solid waste management—key themes for regional utilities and engineering firms. Energy/Trade Context: A look at Yemen’s coffee-to-qat shift links crop changes to ecological stress and helps explain the broader conditions behind the Houthis’ rise.

Climate & Water Security: The Caribbean is bracing for a potentially severe drought and heat crisis stretching into 2027, with El Niño strengthening and forecasts pointing to below-normal rainfall and more hot-spell days—raising pressure on water supplies, agriculture, and public health, especially across the Windwards, Leewards and ABC islands. Heritage & Construction: Grenada’s Drill Yard preservation fight is moving forward as an interim court injunction blocks demolition while an international technical team assesses options to secure, stabilise and rehabilitate the historic site, with a completion target of 31 August 2026. Tourism & Martinique Industry: Club Med says it plans to expand its portfolio to 100 resorts by 2035, and highlights ongoing upgrades including Martinique’s Club Med Buccaneer’s Creek, set to debut a new adults-only Zen Oasis. Maritime & Local Property Dispute: On Carriacou, the Corion family rejects claims by trapped boat owners that they erected a fence without notice, saying owners were warned to remove themselves before the marina fencing. Aviation Policy: EU rules tightening public funding for smaller airports could threaten regional carriers’ survival from April 2027 onward, with knock-on risks for domestic connectivity in parts of the region.