Agrofest ’23
Feb 24-26. Queen’s Park Barbados
Who We Are
The Barbados Agricultural Society is an agricultural organisation, which is over 150 years old. It was established in 1845 by an Act of Parliament in Barbados and seeks to represent the interests of the agricultural sector in all relevant forums.
Our Commitment
Why Agrofest
Eating local and by extension buying local is the clarion cry of the Barbados Agricultural Society. Agrofest is a large and annual platform on which to fulfill that mandate.
Get Involved
It is so easy! Attend the exhibition and become familiar with the many aspects of the agricultural industry which range from growing crops, to rearing animals, to the increasing use of artificial intelligence or AI on farms. If you are a new or experienced farmer and you want to become a member of the BAS email us at agrofest@caribsurf.com.
BAS News
Articles, Tips and More
School Visit at Ignatius Byer Primary School in St Lucy
OUR THIRD SCHOOL visit was at the Ignatius Byer Primary School in St Lucy, on Monday, January 30. Chief Executive Officer of the Barbados Agricultural Society, James Paul met with the students there and told them about the importance of local agriculture,...
TICKETS ARE NOW available for Agrofest 2023!
Children – 3-12 years, $4 Adults – 13 years and older, $15 Adult Season Tickets, $40 Get your tickets for you and the family via Payce Digital and online with Ticket Nation. Box offices are below: Roberts Manufacturing Feed Store – Lower Estate Clear Vision...
School Visit at Holy Innocents Primary School
THE AGROFEST TEAM has visited another school. This time Holy Innocents Primary in St Thomas. BAS CEO, James Paul chatted with the teachers and the students and told them about all the exciting things that will be happening at Agrofest 2023. He invited them to come in...
Eat What We Grow
Agrofest Blog
Stories, Recipes and More
My Agrofest Story
I was three-years old when I went to Agrofest for the first time. I went with my mommy. I don't remember what I saw. I was little. I am six now. Mummy said she is taking me next year. I told her I want to go in the jumping tent.
My Agrofest Story
The first time I went to Agrofest I was 17-years old. I wanted to go because I had never seen a pig in real life before. I had only seen them on TV. I was so excited and when I saw them I was not disappointed. I was able to get up close and personal with them;...
Know your Bajan Delicacies
If you’re at home and abroad and intend to have a good ‘ole Bajan Christmas this year then you must include sorrel drink and a black cake. It is a must! Sorrel drink is spicy and tangy and made from the sorrel which is both a herb and vegetable. According to Barbados...
Commodity Groups
Click on any group to learn more.
The Barbados Agricultural Society is the secretariat for nine commodity groups representing over 500 male and female farmers.
The nine Barbados commodity Associations are:
Pig Farmers
Egg & Poultry Producers
Fruit & Vegetable Growers
Floral Producers & Exporters
Dairy and Beef Producers
Sheep Farmers
Contact us
Email Address
agrofest@caribsurf.com
Call Me
(246) 436-6683/84
Visit Me
The Grotto, Beckles Rd.,
St. Michael BB14205. Barbados
