1. Global Orchestration Overview

2. Global Orchestration Global Context Widespread globalisation associated with policy reforms Strong market performance and economic growth: 2006-2020 GDP 2.4% p.a.; 2020-2050 GDP 3.0% p/a. Energy and intensive technology intensive lifestyles

3. Global Orchestration Caribbean Context Growing population with strong rural urban migration pattern and declining age in agriculture Market led growth with declining role for agriculture and increasing tourism and trade liberalisation Disease pattern and lifestyle changes Agricultural production and information technology changes Environmental challenges

4. Global Orchestration Environmental Issues Increased greenhouse gasses and air pollution Increased energy demand Global warming Increased water demand threatening fragile ecosystems

5. Global Orchestration Caribbean Food System Issues Specialisation if food production in all major crops ( sugar, rice, root crops, coffee, exotics) Increased cooperation on fisheries management and aquaculture production in response to greater demand for fish products

6. Global Orchestration Related Issues US lifts trade embargo on Cuba Cuba and Dominican Republic join CARICOM Niche markets developed for value added food products Niche tourism expands Global conference on Haiti Change in food consumption to more healthy practices Increased consciousness of environmental effects promotes change in practices

7. Global Orchestration: Overview Key certainties Key uncertainties Major concerns Major opportunities