Name of the Organization : Bahamas Agricultural & Industrial Corporation (BAIC)
Type of Facility : Agricultural Training Seminars & Programmes
Country : Bahamas
Website : https://www.bahamas.gov.bs/wps/porta…vZ0FBIS9nQSEh/
Agricultural Training Seminars & Programmes :
The Bahamas Agricultural and Industrial Corporation provides training and farming / livestock information to farmers and other persons interested in farming initiatives as well as what processes are required to increase yield of crops and how to raise healthy livestock.
Related : BAIC Bahamas Leasing of Agricultural & Industrial Property : www.statusin.org/6382.html
Whenever new events arise, they are posted in the events section of the BAIC’s website to sensitise the public.
Eligibility :
Interested persons must be Bahamian nationals or have permanent resident status here in The Bahamas.
Process :
Fill out and submit a registration form. Please note that this is only for those events that require registration. Forms may be submitted at the BAIC’s offices, as outlined below.
Attend scheduled training sessions for the required duration.
Application Form(s) :
Registration Form (the form can be collected at the BAIC’s offices).
Supporting Documents :
No supporting documents are required for this service.
Turn-around time :
This varies depending on the training, but it typically takes between 1 day and 4 weeks.
Deadline :
There are no deadlines for this service.
Related Fee(s) :
The fees vary by individual training seminar.
For more information please contact :
New Providence
Corporate Office
East Bay Street
P.O. Box N-4940
Nassau
New Providence
The Bahamas
Tel. (242) 322-3740/3
Fax. (242) 322-2123
E-mail: nassau [AT] baic.gov.bs
Opening hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays.
Abaco:
BAIC Office
Marsh Harbour
Abaco
The Bahamas
Tel. (242) 367-0066
Fax. (242) 367-0067
E-mail: abaco [AT] baic.gov.bs
Opening hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays.
Eleuthera:
BAIC Office
Hatchet Bay
Eleuthera
The Bahamas
Tel. (242) 335-0416
Fax. (242) 335-0420
E-mail: eleuthera [AT] baic.gov.bs
Opening hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays.
Grand Bahama:
BAIC Office
Freeport
Grand Bahama
The Bahamas
Tel. (242) 352-1888
Fax. (242) 351-2235
E-mail: freeport [AT] baic.gov.bs
Opening hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays.
Andros:
BAIC Office
Nicholls Town
Andros
The Bahamas
Tel. (242) 329-2833
Fax. (242) 329-2207
E-mail: andros [AT] baic.gov.bs
Opening hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays.
FAQs :
What is National Economic Council (“NEC”)?
The National Economic Council, headed by The Prime Minister, is responsible for the executive management of the National Investment Policy and is the decision making body in respect of all commercial projects undertaken by foreign direct investors.
Who is the Director of Investments?
The Director of Investments is Mrs. Joy Jibrilu. The Acting Deputy Director of Investments is Ms. Bianca V. Beneby
How do I establish a business in The Bahamas?
An international investor seeking to do business in The Bahamas should submit to the Bahamas Investment Authority a Project Proposal, along with supporting documents.
Do you have Project Proposal Guidelines?
Yes.
What are the investment areas targeted for Foreign Investors?
a) Touristic resorts
b) Upscale condominium, timeshare and second home development;
c) Marinas;
d) Information / data processing;
e) Assembly industries;
f) High-tech services;
g) Ship registration, repair and other ship services
h) Light manufacturing for export;
i) Agro-industries;
j) Food processing;
k) Mari culture
l) Banking and other financial services;
m) Captive Insurance;
n) Aircraft services;
o) Pharmaceutical manufacture;
p) Offshore medical centres;
q) Wholesale distribution of any product produced locally
Please N.B :
** Investors interested in areas not included in the list should contact the Bahamas Investment Authority;
** Joint Ventures with Bahamian partners are encouraged, with the choice of partner being at the discretion of the investor;
** Investments of less than $500,000.00 will not be considered.