🚨 HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS NOTICE – STORM MELISSA 🚨
The Department of Agriculture advises all crop and livestock farmers to monitor the developing storm Melissa and take steps during the hurricane season to prepare your farms, animals, and property in case the Cayman Islands experience hurricane-force winds and rain. 🌪️
🌾 For peace of mind — the DoA Warehouses in Grand Cayman and Cayman Brac will be fully stocked before and after the storm with all livestock feed and agricultural supplies. Please note that excessive overbuying is not necessary as supplies will remain available.
🏠 Farm & Home Preparations
Secure water tanks, shade houses, loose materials, and chemicals to prevent damage. Strengthen fence lines and shelter structures, and remove loose roofing or debris.
🔗 https://doa.gov.ky/hurricane-preparedness-shelters-homes-pastures-pesticides-fertilisers-farm-buildings/
🐄 Animal Safety
Ensure all livestock and domesticated pets are identified, secured, and sheltered. Create mounds in flood zones to keep animals above water, and secure troughs. Keep animals calm and up to date on vaccinations, deworming, and hoof trimming. Maintain accurate livestock records for easy tracking.
🔗 https://doa.gov.ky/hurricane-preparedness-animals-domestic-and-farm-animals/
🌱 Crop & Tree Protection
Prune trees, secure young plants, and safely store seeds to minimize loss. Keep a record of your crops before and after the storm to support quick replenishment.
🔗 https://doa.gov.ky/hurricane-preparedness-crops-seeds-fruit-trees/
Let’s stay safe and prepared together. 💪
