ministry of agriculture land and fisheries

What ministry of agriculture land and fisheries does

The Ministry of Agriculture, Land and Fisheries (MALF) is a government state entity of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, headquartered in Chaguanas and operating under its current name since 2013. It delivers public services for agriculture, land management, fisheries, and food systems across Trinidad and Tobago through a network of county offices organized under Regional Administration North and South divisions, four agricultural propagation stations (La Reunion Plant Propagation Station, St. Augustine Nurseries, Marper Farm, and the National Seed Bank), the Centeno Livestock Station, Forestry Division nurseries, and digital portals (MALFApps, GrowTrinbago, and the ETIS Learning Management System). Its mandate spans farmer and fisherman registration, pest and disease surveillance, aquaculture and livestock support, training and extension services, State land administration, and conservation of national germplasm collections.

MALF's technology foundation is built on a GIS-based land management system (in development since late 2011), an asynchronous online LMS for farmer training, and a digital service platform for application processing. The underlying platform architecture is conventional rather than AI-driven, and is differentiated primarily by its integration with physical extension infrastructure and statutory authority. Core technology differentiators include the multi-layered GIS dataset for agricultural land planning and the National Seed Bank's cold storage germplasm conservation capability.

MALF's revenue mechanics are atypical for a commercial entity. Primary funding flows from Trinidad and Tobago central government budget allocations, with ancillary cost-recovery streams from plant, seedling, and livestock sales at station outlets, grant disbursement administration (Agro-Incentive Grant, Agricultural Incentive Programme, Youth Fast Track), and nominal fees for certificates and permits. Most services — training, extension advice, pest advisory, and technical assistance — are provided free of charge. Customer segments consist exclusively of registered farmers, fishermen, aquaculturists, livestock operators, agripreneurs, youth entrants, and the general public, all served through direct-to-consumer channels (physical offices, digital portals, ADB branches) rather than commercial sales motions.

Name

ministry of agriculture land and fisheries

Legal name

Ministry of Agriculture, Land and Fisheries

Website

https://agriculture.gov.tt

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Short description

The Ministry of Agriculture, Land and Fisheries (MALF) is a Trinidad and Tobago government ministry delivering agricultural extension, farmer registration, incentives, training, fisheries support, and land management services to registered farmers, fishermen, and the public through county offices, propagation stations, and digital portals.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Government Agricultural Services

NAICS

Farm Management Services (115116), Support Activities for Crop Production (11511), Support Activities for Agriculture and Forestry (115), Animal Production and Aquaculture (112)

SIC

Agricultural Services (700)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYBPAIAAAO

Agriculture, Fisheries & Food Administration

Business & Public Services/Public Sector & Government Administration/Central/Federal Government Administration

SECONDARYAFACAFAJ

Water Efficiency Audits & Irrigation Performance Assessments

Agriculture & Food Production/Agricultural Services (Custom Farming, Agronomy, Veterinary)/Irrigation & Water Management Services (Design, Scheduling, Maintenance)

SECONDARYAFACAJAN

Capital Projects & Farm Expansion Advisory (Feasibility, Site Planning, ROI)

Agriculture & Food Production/Agricultural Services (Custom Farming, Agronomy, Veterinary)/Farm Management & Operational Advisory Services

SECONDARYAFACAFAM

Water Rights, Permitting & Compliance Services (Allocations, Reporting)

Agriculture & Food Production/Agricultural Services (Custom Farming, Agronomy, Veterinary)/Irrigation & Water Management Services (Design, Scheduling, Maintenance)

SECONDARYAFACABAL

Carbon, Sustainability & Farm Certification Support (Agro-Environmental Advisory)

Agriculture & Food Production/Agricultural Services (Custom Farming, Agronomy, Veterinary)/Crop Consulting & Agronomy Services (Soil Health, Nutrient Planning, Yield Consulting)

SECONDARYAFAAAFAO

Farm Finance, Input Procurement & Risk Tools (Budgeting, Inventory, Insurance Links)

Agriculture & Food Production/Agricultural Equipment & Technology/Precision Agriculture & Farm Management Software (GIS, IoT, Telematics)

Keywords

• Agricultural extension services
• Fisheries management
• Land administration services
• Farmer training programs
• Agricultural incentives

Headquarters

HQ city

Chaguanas

HQ country

Trinidad & Tobago

HQ region

Latin America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Government Budget Allocation: Core funding from Trinidad and Tobago government for ministry operations, agricultural development programs, and extension services
2. Plant and Seedling Sales: Sale of agricultural planting materials including cocoa, coffee, breadfruit, citrus, mango, avocado, coconut, ornamental plants, herbs, spices, and vegetable seeds from nursery stations
3. Livestock Sales: Sale of breeding stock including dairy cattle, sheep, goats, and rabbits from the Centeno Livestock Station
4. Forestry Seedling Sales: Sale of tree seedlings from Forestry Division nurseries including conservancy locations across Trinidad

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

The Ministry of Agriculture, Land and Fisheries is a government ministry of Trinidad and Tobago that provides public-facing agricultural services including farmer and fisherman registration, agricultural incentives and grants, free training and extension services, plant and seedling sales, livestock breeding stock, pest and disease advisories, and state land administration. It operates propagation stations, livestock and forestry nurseries, and digital platforms (MALFApps, GrowTrinbago, ETIS LMS) to deliver these services to farmers, fishermen, and the general public.

Product overview

The Ministry of Agriculture, Land and Fisheries (MALF) of Trinidad and Tobago operates as a government ministry providing agricultural services through a portfolio of interconnected programs and divisions. The core offerings include the Online Services Portal (MALF Apps) for digital access to services, the GrowTrinbago urban farming initiative, and Farmer/Fisherman Registration. Financial support programs include the Agro-Incentive Grant (helping farmers acquire new techniques, equipment and technology), the Agricultural Incentive Programme (AIP) offering fiscal rebates on goods and services, and the Youth Fast Track Agro-Incentive Programme. Agricultural Services Division operates four propagation stations (La Reunion, St Augustine Nurseries, Marper Farm, National Seed Bank) producing and selling plants, seeds, and seedlings. The Ministry also provides livestock breeding stock through the Centeno Livestock Station, forestry seedlings through the Forestry Division, and agricultural training via the ETIS Free Training Courses and Learning Management System. Additionally, the Ministry offers pest and disease advisory services, aquaculture incentive processing, and various county office services across Regional Administration North and South divisions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Online Services Portal (MALFApps) Digital platform providing access to Ministry services for farmers, fishermen, and the public, including farmer registration, certificate applications, and agricultural programs.
• GrowTrinbago Agricultural development program supporting local food production and urban farming initiatives for the Trinidad and Tobago public.
• Farmer/Fisherman Registration Service Registration service for farmers and fishermen to access Ministry programs, incentives, certificates, and services.
• Agro-Incentive Grant Non-repayable financial assistance program helping registered farmers acquire new techniques, equipment, and technology for agricultural improvement.
• Agricultural Incentive Programme (AIP) Fiscal package of rebates and exemptions on goods and services for registered farmers, covering land preparation, machinery, soil conservation, vehicles, tree crops, irrigation, livestock, and marketing.
• Youth Fast Track Agro-Incentive Programme Incentive program specifically designed to encourage youth participation in agriculture through fast-tracked financial support.
• Agricultural Services Division Division responsible for producing high-quality agricultural planting material, operating four stations: La Reunion Plant Propagation Station, St Augustine Nurseries, Marper Farm, and National Seed Bank.
• Plant and Seedling Sales Sale of orchard nursery plants (cocoa, coffee, breadfruit, citrus, mango, avocado, coconut), herbs and spices, ornamentals, seeds (corn, pigeon pea, bodi, pepper), and root crop planting material from nursery stations.
• Livestock Breeding Stock Sales Sale of dairy cattle, sheep, goats, and rabbits from the Centeno Livestock Station to the farming community.
• ETIS Free Training Courses Free agricultural training courses offered online, face-to-face, and asynchronously through the Extension Training and Information Services Division, covering crop production, plant propagation, landscaping, home gardening, livestock production, and agribusiness.
• ETIS Learning Management System Online learning platform for asynchronous agricultural training courses, accessible at etis-lms.agriculture.gov.tt.
• Aquaculture Incentive Claims Processing Processing of incentive claims for aquaculturists under the Agricultural Incentive Programme.
• Pest and Disease Advisory Services Advisories and management guidance for agricultural pests (including Giant African Snail) and diseases affecting crops and livestock.
• Forestry Division Seedling Sales Sale of tree seedlings through Forestry Division nursery locations including St. Joseph Nursery, Melajo Nursery, Cumuto Nursery, and Cap-De-Ville Nursery.
• National Agricultural Training Initiative (NATI) National agricultural training initiative launched to build capacity across the agriculture sector in Trinidad and Tobago.
• Strategic Corn Pilot Project Strategic pilot project for corn cultivation marking a milestone in agricultural diversification and food security.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 400 farmers served at Plum Mitan Agricultural Project cultivating over 1,200 acres
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 July 2026Collaboration with FAO on national preparedness through tabletop simulation exercises. The Food and Agriculture Organization provides technical guidance and international standards for agricultural health and food security.
• IICA (Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 July 2026Minister Ratiram reaffirmed strategic partnership with IICA to accelerate agricultural transformation in Trinidad and Tobago. The partnership focuses on technical cooperation and support for agricultural development initiatives.
• Agricultural Development Bank (ADB)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorADB branches serve as official submission facilities for Agro-Incentive Grant applications from farmers. This partnership facilitates access to agricultural financial support programs.
• Caribbean Fisheries Training and Development Institute (CFTDI)minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerCFTDI provides maritime services training and seafood technology courses in coordination with the Ministry's fisheries division.
• Caroni (1975) Limited (former)minorOthersFormer sugar company lands now utilized for rice production under the Caroni Rice Project, managed by MALF's Engineering Unit for irrigation support.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• United States Department of Agriculture (USDA): The US federal agriculture authority covers similar functional areas (extension, conservation, crop insurance, research) but at a vastly larger scale and with different funding mechanisms. Useful as a broad incumbent reference for the full scope of what a national agriculture authority can encompass.
• Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO): Confirmed partner. FAO sets global agricultural standards, provides technical guidance, and supports national preparedness — comparable to MALF's regulatory and advisory functions but at a global scale.

Direct peers

• Ministry of Agriculture (Guyana): Guyana's national agriculture ministry shares a CARICOM-region context and a similar portfolio of farmer support, land administration, and crop development services.
• Ministry of Agriculture, Lands and Fisheries (Saint Lucia): Saint Lucia's agriculture ministry with a near-identical name and scope covering agriculture, land, and fisheries — a tight regional peer for Trinidad and Tobago.
• Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining (Jamaica): Jamaica's counterpart ministry with an almost identical mandate covering agriculture, fisheries, and land management. Directly comparable in scope, public-service delivery model, and small-island economy context.
• Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (Barbados): Barbados' national agriculture ministry offering similar farmer registration, incentive programs, training, and extension services. A natural regional peer given comparable economy size and crop mix.
• Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Nutritional Security (Belize): Belize's national agriculture ministry with a similarly broad mandate covering crop production, livestock, and fisheries — a regional peer with comparable small-state operating dynamics.

Others

• Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA): Confirmed strategic partner of MALF. While not a ministry, IICA is the regional technical cooperation body that partners with ministries across the Caribbean and provides a comparable upstream capability lens.
• Agricultural Development Bank (Trinidad and Tobago): ADB is a confirmed MALF channel partner for distributing the Agro-Incentive Grant. As the agricultural financing arm of the state, it complements MALF's service portfolio and serves a similar farmer base.
• CARICOM Secretariat (Agriculture Programme): Regional body coordinating agricultural policy across CARICOM states. Comparable in mandate to influence national-level agricultural policy in the same Caribbean context MALF operates in.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/malf_tt
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UC-lfEaCKri3ZVzvUjrsQ6WA
• Facebookfacebook.com/AgricultureTT
• Instagraminstagram.com/agricultureministrytt

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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