St. Lucia has a long history and reputation as an agriculture based economy.  Now, even with the enhanced role that Tourism plays in our economy, great effort is being put into the development of a diversified crop base and the transformation of these into new products.

Fisheries are another major pillar of the agricultural sector and recorded increases in fish landings of 9.6% to 1,857.0 tons, generating revenue of $24.1 million. Modern fish landing facilities exist throughout the country with the Dennery and Vieux Fort sites together accounting for 45.1% the greater proportion of the catch.

The Government has identified the Agro-Processing sector as a priority investment area, so a wide range of attractive fiscal and other incentives are available.

• St. Lucia offers a wide range of fiscal and other monetary incentives.
• Up to 100% waiver of import duties on materials & supplies, and equipment & tools. (Special terms and conditions apply).