The Agriculture Ministry is calling on youths to take up agricultural businesses.
Permanent Secretary Colonel Mason Smith who launched this year’s Fiji Development Small Awards said they are encouraging youths who would like to enter the field to enquire with the ministry and micro finance banks.
However, he added that entrepreneurs must be aware of the pitfalls that can threaten the survival of their businesses.
Business that are 100% locally owned and turning over up to $100,000 in gross sales per annum are encouraged to enter the awards.
Entry closes at 3pm on the 24th of September.
Story by: Sofaia Koroitanoa
