Growing Greatness: How Nicolette Francis Is Transforming Agricultural Education in Antigua and Barbuda

Nicolette Francis, an Agricultural Science Education Officer in Antigua and Barbuda’s Ministry of Education, is leading a transformation in how agricultural science is taught and valued. Through youth empowerment workshops, school gardening competitions, and innovative teaching methods, she inspires students to view agriculture as vital to national food and nutrition security. Her work highlights how education can cultivate leadership, sustainability, and a renewed appreciation for farming.