Dc Alfa Conference 2026 Successfully Held for the First Time in Sint Maarten

The Dutch Caribbean Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries Alliance (DC ALFA) concluded its 2026 Conference in Sint Maarten from May 25–29. This event marked the first time the annual conference was hosted on the island, highlighting the increasing importance of regional cooperation for food security, sustainable agriculture, fisheries, and livestock development across the Dutch Caribbean. DC ALFA is a collaborative platform established by the agriculture departments of Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao, Saba, Sint Eustatius, and Sint Maarten. The conference gathered government representatives, farmers, fishermen, livestock holders, educational institutions, and regional partners to exchange knowledge, discuss shared challenges, and identify collaboration opportunities.