Inclusive Agribusiness Guidance Note empowers change toward diversity and accessibility PHAMA Plus, in partnership with stakeholders, has developed a new Guidance Note that offers practical steps for Pacific agribusinesses and Organisations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs) to help build more inclusive workplaces. The Guidance Note draws insights from over 100 stakeholders across Fiji, Samoa, Tonga, Vanuatu, and the Solomon Islands. People with disabilities are already making valuable contributions as farmers,

Pacific agribusinesses explore disability- inclusive agribusiness at PWAF 2025 A side event at the Pacific Week of Agriculture and Forestry (PWAF) this week brought together agribusinesses, government representatives, civil society, private sector and people with disability to explore what it means to be an inclusive agribusiness in the Pacific. Hosted by the Australia and New Zealand-supported Pacific Horticultural and Agricultural Market Access Plus (PHAMA Plus) program, the event “Becoming an

Reconnecting with roots: Oonagh Browne helping 200 Malekula farmers rediscover the power of Cacao In the heart of Malekula, cacao is not just a crop—it’s a forgotten treasure waiting to be rediscovered. For over 30 years, this ancient plant has flourished in the fertile soil of Vanuatu, yet the farmers of Malekula who tend to it have often never tasted its rich, complex flavours. Oonagh Browne, founder of The Cacao

Ronaldine makes strides in food safety certification in Vanuatu At just 25 years old, Ronaldine Tchivi is already playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of Vanuatu’s food safety and certification systems and standards. As a certification officer at Quality Solutions, she assists local businesses in meeting international standards for certification, opening doors to local and export markets. Certifications like Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) are crucial