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Food security in Puerto Rico

10/01/2024 GMT

BBC World Service - Business Daily, Food security in Puerto Rico

The Caribbean island imports 90% of its food - but locals want to change that

The Caribbean island imports 90% of its food - but locals want to change that and become more self sufficient

The Caribbean island imports around 90% of its food and by law only US ships can be used to transport it – which pushes up the price. 

We speak to islanders who think that needs to change, and are pushing for Puerto Rico to become more self sufficient. 

Weather events like Hurricane Maria, which left many without power and water for months, have brought the issue to the forefront once again.

We meet a new generation who are leading the way, using new technology to try and make it easier, and cheaper, for people to buy local and rely less on imports. 

Produced and presented by Jane Chambers

(Image: Puerto Rican farmer Fernando Maldonado. Credit: Jane Chambers)

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