Manuel Otero, the Director General of the Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA), emphasized the notable advancements achieved in Caribbean agriculture over recent years, particularly in enhancing productivity and resilience. A press release from IICA reaffirmed the Institute’s ongoing dedication to bolstering these successes through its technical cooperation initiatives. Throughout the event week, participants engaged in seminars, high-level meetings, and field visits, bringing together influential decision-makers from both the public and private sectors involved in Caribbean agriculture. “That differentiated strategy for the region”, he explained, “allowed IICA to be more responsive to the needs for technical cooperation in the Caribbean. Otero also emphasized IICA’s role in facilitating aid during critical moments for Caribbean agriculture, ensuring that inputs and seeds from other parts of the hemisphere reach countries in need.