Hurricane Melissa caused widespread destruction across Jamaica, severely impacting farms, fisheries, and local food access. Blue Atlas Project is supporting recovery through emergency agricultural aid and long-term investments in climate-smart farming, aquaculture, and community-led food system rebuilding.
Flooding and extreme winds damaged roofs, water systems, farms, and small food businesses, cutting off access to food and clean water. Smallholder farmers and aquaculture producers-key to local food supply-were hit hardest, risking prolonged food insecurity, loss of livelihoods, and increased dependence on food imports.
The project delivers immediate support such as roof repairs, water catchment systems, and farm stabilization, followed by SULA Grants and FEAST Centers that provide tools, training, and technical guidance. This approach restores production quickly while equipping farmers with climate-resilient practices for long-term stability.
The work through our SULA Grants and FEAST Center networks, strengthens local food systems, restores farmer livelihoods, and builds climate resilience. Communities gain lasting skills, shared infrastructure, and reliable local food supply, reducing vulnerability to future storms and dependence on imports while supporting economic recovery and local leadership.
