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Jamaica to boost rice production, reducing dependence May 4, 2008 3:43 AM ET

KINGSTON, Jamaica (AP) - The Jamaican government is setting aside thousands of acres of land across the island to grow rice for local consumption.

Agriculture Minister Christopher Tufton said he expects the private sector to help cultivate an estimated 6,000 acres of state-owned land. Tufton said Saturday that increasing local rice production could deflect rising food prices and make up for lagging grain imports.

Jamaica has announced a request for 40,000 tons of rice from the U.S because it fears dwindling supplies from Guyana.

The Caribbean island joins other countries like Guyana and Trinidad that are encouraging investment in local food production.

© 2008 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

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