Sometimes the thing that changes your life does not begin as a grand plan. For Barbadian painter Mario Holder, art began during a difficult period in his late teens. After an accident, he had to relearn how to use his hands. Drawing became part of that process. Over time, those

What if some of the food we currently import into Barbados could instead be grown right here, year-round, inside highly controlled environments where technology helps farmers monitor almost everything a plant needs? That future may be closer than we think. Inside a 16,000-square-foot facility in Barbados,

When Akeel Morris stepped onto his farm to share his story, he spoke simply and honestly about the work he loves. There was no grand speech—just a young Barbadian farmer surrounded by the crops he had nurtured, explaining why agriculture matters to him and why he believes more support

Starting a business is rarely as simple as having a good idea. It takes patience, problem-solving, consistency and a willingness to learn as you go. For Aidan, the young entrepreneur behind Poultry with Dan, that journey began with a product almost everyone needs: eggs. What started as an opportunity

Food has a powerful way of bringing people together. It can introduce us to new cultures, spark meaningful conversations, and create moments of joy around a table. For Salome Vallance, founder and owner of Sushime, food is not just about feeding people. It is about creating an experience that warms

Before Guaranteed Transport Services became a business, it started with a frustration Shaq knew personally. Like many people in Barbados, he did not enjoy spending hours trying to sort out vehicle-related paperwork, licences, permits and registrations. It was the kind of task that could take over your day, involve

The Reality Facing Barbados Today In Barbados, nearly 90% of our food is imported. It’s a statistic that carries real weight. For many families across the island, it shows up in rising grocery bills, limited access to healthy options, and the daily challenge of putting nourishing meals on the

There's something worth paying attention to when someone turns a genuine passion into a sustainable business — not through luck or a big investment, but through consistency, patience, and knowing their craft. Meet Acobie, the owner of A's Bike Shop and Repairs, a bicycle and e-bike

Sometimes the most impactful careers are built quietly, through service, consistency, and a deep desire to help others. That is exactly the space Natalee Harrigan operates in. As a self-employed Occupational Health and Safety Practitioner, Natalee delivers training, consultancy, and advocacy work that directly improves how people work and