FUNINCO N.V. gave a donation of U.S.$ 10,000.00 to Mr. Denicio Wyatte from the Spaceless Gardens Farm. The purpose of this donation is to help establish farming as a sustainable industry on St. Maarten. The donation of which Mr. Wyatte received the first tranche is given in installments according to the three stages of the project. The intent of the project is to promote sustainable farming at a reasonable price. The chosen selection of produce fits well with our Caribbean food culture and will be consumed by a great number of people residing in St. Maarten. And therefore, I am proud to be able to make a contribution towards this cause. The project entails planting of 60 Soursop, 30 Plantain, and 10 Ackee trees. It is expected that within one and a half year from now these products are available for sale. This project is a small step for Mr. Wyatte, but a great step in sustainable agriculture for St. Maarten. If this project is successful, other similar projects can be realized and agriculture grows on our island. Prices for imported products include the regular farming expenses encountered anywhere that farming is practiced. Added on to these are shipping charges, which together with some other factors such as local taxes, influence the end-price on imported goods. It is therefore expected that locally farmed products have an end-price that is less than the minimum cost of imported goods. When this is accomplished, we can truly speak of sustainable community development. FUNINCO N.V is the company that gives the grant. But I would be remis, if I did not give thanks and deep appreciation to all the clients of the company that believe in our product and supported the company for over twenty-six years. Therefore, it is my pleasure to on behalf of FUNINCO N.V. and its CLIENTELE, make this donation to Mr. Wyatte of Spaceless Gardens. Agriculture and community development are close to my heart. I take this opportunity to wish Mr. Wyatte all the best in this venture as it truly is beneficial to all. Helping another person develop and grow as a businessperson or in any other beneficial form is a fulfillment for me.