Deleen Patrice Elizabeth Powell
As a Co-owner, Director, and Secretary for Newman Farms, Deleen Powell has experience in agricultural production, marketing and the development and execution of corporate social responsibility programs. During the fellowship, Deleen aims to learn about securing grant funding for entrepreneurial pursuits, streamlining the operations of a small to medium-sized enterprises, and using traditional and non-traditional media to raise awareness about opportunities in the field of agriculture. Upon returning to Jamaica, Deleen plans to develop a program to facilitate school tours for primary and secondary school students to pique their interest in agriculture. She also plans to develop an agricultural blog that will act as a how-to guide for Jamaicans seeking to enter into farming, particularly rearing pigs.