OIM Latinoamérica y el Caribe 53d ago

In the hills of Laudat, Dominica, Dr. Curlson George is redefining what modern farming looks like. A medical doctor by profession and a farmer by passion, he has built one of the country’s leading poultry operations—showing that agriculture can be innovative, profitable, and future-focused. Yet his story also exposes a critical challenge facing the sector: a shortage of local labour and specialized skills needed to grow and modernize agriculture. While demand is strong, access to trained workers—especially in areas like processing and production—remains limited. In the short term, migrant workers have become essential to keeping farms running. In the long term, real transformation will require investment in technology, skills training, and education that encourages young people to see agriculture as a viable, respected career. This video explores how modernization, migration, and youth engagement can shape a more resilient and sustainable future for Caribbean agriculture.