Old Road Fisheries reopen in St Kitts and Nevis, enjoy taste of fresh fish

St Kitts and Nevis: Old Road Fish Depot is one of the renowned places in St Kitts and Nevis that offers fresh, locally caught fish. The Minister of Agriculture, St Kitts and Nevis shared information with the public about the reopening of the Old Road Fisheries which has now been transformed into the Old Road Fish Depot.

The Old Road Fish Depot is situated alongside Ms Francella Stephens who is the true legend in the area and fishing community. Such an opening in St Kitts and Nevis marks a new era of fishing.

“We turned a new chapter in our fishing industry! We have successfully eased the burdens of our hardworking fisherfolk by providing a central hub for purchasing, cleaning and packaging for fish,” mentioned Samal Duggins, the Agriculture Minister of St Kitts and Nevis.

The Minister highlighted that the fish depot was reopened on March 1, 2024. And, with this, it has come out that the people from St Kitts and Nevis will get the best and locally caught in their own country. 

“Fresh fish, anyone? Come and ‘Get these Gar!” mentioned the Minister.

The Agriculture Minister even shared some of the glimpses from the opening ceremony of Old Road Fish Depot. The joy while cutting the ribbon for the commemoration of the event as well states the sign of a step towards the betterment of the country.

Also, people’s expression on this state the joy among the people of the country, St Kitts and Nevis. Public extended their pleasure on hearing the news, the public even congratulated the ministry. The positive words by the citizen expressions through ‘wonderful’ and ‘Good Job’ clearly signifies the need of such an action.

A netizen quoted, “Better under Labour.” It has become so evident through a statement by the citizen that the contributions and the work being done under the leadership of Prime Minister Terrance Drew for the development of St Kitts and Nevis is of great significance.