Bahamas Agricultural Health and Food Safety Authority

Bahamas Agricultural Health and Food Safety Authority The Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) Authority responsible for Animal Health, Plant Health, and Food

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05/08/2026

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📢 PUBLIC NOTICE – EMANCIPATION DAY HOLIDAY CLOSUREThe Bahamas Agricultural Health and Food Safety Authority (BAHFSA) wis...
31/07/2026

📢 PUBLIC NOTICE – EMANCIPATION DAY HOLIDAY CLOSURE

The Bahamas Agricultural Health and Food Safety Authority (BAHFSA) wishes to advise the public that our offices will be closed on Monday, August 3, 2026, in observance of the Emancipation Day Public Holiday.

Normal business operations will resume on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, during our regular business hours.

We encourage members of the public to plan their permit applications, inspections, and other services accordingly.

We thank you for your understanding and wish everyone a safe, peaceful, and enjoyable Emancipation Day.

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18/07/2026

From Burden to Solutions, Safe Food Everywhere.

🇧🇸 Happy 53rd Independence, Bahamas!🇧🇸Today, we proudly celebrate 53 years of Independence, honoring the courage, resili...
10/07/2026

🇧🇸 Happy 53rd Independence, Bahamas!🇧🇸

Today, we proudly celebrate 53 years of Independence, honoring the courage, resilience, and rich heritage of our beloved Commonwealth of The Bahamas.

The Board, Management, and Staff of BAHFSA extend warmest wishes to all Bahamians for a joyful, safe, and memorable Independence Day. As we commemorate this significant milestone, may we continue to embrace unity, celebrate our cultural heritage, and work together toward a brighter future for our nation.

Let us take pride in how far we have come, remember those whose vision and sacrifice made our independence possible, and remain committed to building an even stronger Bahamas for generations to come.

Happy 53rd Independence, Bahamas!🇧🇸💙🖤💛

🇧🇸Celebrating National Pride Week!🇧🇸On July 1st BAHFSA proudly kicked off the Month of Independence by celebrating Natio...
10/07/2026

🇧🇸Celebrating National Pride Week!🇧🇸

On July 1st BAHFSA proudly kicked off the Month of Independence by celebrating National Pride Week and encouraging staff to wear our beautiful Bahamian colors.

It was wonderful to see our team embracing the spirit of our nation with enthusiasm and pride. To make the celebration even more exciting, several staff members won Bahamian-themed prizes for their participation.

Thank you to everyone who took part in helping us begin the Month of Independence in true Bahamian style. Together, we celebrate the culture, heritage, and unity that make our nation so special.

📸 Photos from our National Pride Week celebration are included below.

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🇧🇸 Public Notice – Independence Day Closure 🇧🇸Please be advised that the Bahamas Agricultural Health and Food Safety Aut...
09/07/2026

🇧🇸 Public Notice – Independence Day Closure 🇧🇸

Please be advised that the Bahamas Agricultural Health and Food Safety Authority (BAHFSA) will be closed on Friday, July 10, 2026, in observance of Bahamas Independence Day.

Regular business operations will resume on Monday, July 13, 2026.

As we celebrate the 53rd Anniversary of our nation's independence, we extend warm wishes to all Bahamians for a safe, joyful, and memorable Independence Day.

Happy Independence Day, Bahamas! 🇧🇸💛🖤💙

🕊️Honoring the Legacy of Ms. Renee Mayers 🕊️The Bahamas Agricultural Health and Food Safety Authority (BAHFSA) is deeply...
28/06/2026

🕊️Honoring the Legacy of Ms. Renee Mayers 🕊️

The Bahamas Agricultural Health and Food Safety Authority (BAHFSA) is deeply honored to recognize our beloved colleague, Ms. Renee Mayers, as the posthumous recipient of the Customer Hero Award during this year's Staff Appreciation Awards.

Although Ms. Mayers recently passed away, her legacy continues to live on through the countless lives she touched and the lasting impact she made on BAHFSA.

As one of the Authority's pioneering staff members, Ms. Mayers played an integral role in establishing BAHFSA and helping to build the strong foundation on which the organization stands today. She was widely admired for her professionalism, compassion, and unwavering commitment to exceptional customer service. Her willingness to go above and beyond for every client set a standard of excellence that quickly became the hallmark of BAHFSA's service.

The customer service culture she helped cultivate continues to be emulated throughout the Authority. Even today, the high standard she established serves as the model for how we engage with our stakeholders with courtesy, respect, professionalism, and genuine care.

Accepting the award on her behalf was Ms. Yasmin Johnson, Director of the Plant Protection Unit, who proudly received this special recognition in honor of Ms. Mayers' remarkable contributions and enduring legacy.

While we deeply mourn her loss, we celebrate a life dedicated to service, excellence, and making a meaningful difference. Her influence will continue to inspire present and future generations of BAHFSA employees.

To the family, friends, and loved ones of Ms. Renee Mayers, we extend our heartfelt condolences and sincere gratitude for allowing us the privilege of working alongside such an extraordinary woman.

Congratulations to Ms. Renee Mayers on this well-deserved recognition. Though she is no longer with us, her legacy of excellence will forever remain a part of BAHFSA.

"Those who dedicate their lives to serving others leave footprints that time can never erase." 💙🕊️

🎉 Staff Appreciation Day 2026 🎉Last Thursday, BAHFSA proudly participated in an exciting Staff Appreciation Day Initiati...
28/06/2026

🎉 Staff Appreciation Day 2026 🎉

Last Thursday, BAHFSA proudly participated in an exciting Staff Appreciation Day Initiative spearheaded by Minister of Agriculture and Marine Resources, Hon. Jomo Campbell. The event brought together staff from our sister agencies the Department of Agriculture, BAMSI, BAIC, and BAHFSA for a day dedicated to celebrating the hardworking professionals who serve our nation's agricultural sector.

The day was filled with fellowship, sportsmanship, and friendly competition as teams competed in relays, tug-of-war, wheelbarrow races, egg-and-spoon races, and many other fun activities. It was a wonderful opportunity to build camaraderie, boost morale, and strengthen the relationships between our agencies.

Our BAHFSA team certainly lived up to the nickname "Dangerous!" a term affectionately coined to describe our competitive spirit and determination throughout the day's events. We are proud to have earned 2nd Place Overall, and we congratulate every member of Team BAHFSA for representing the Authority with enthusiasm, teamwork, and excellence.

We are also thrilled to recognize our outstanding 2026 Staff Appreciation Award recipients:

🏆 Reliability & Trust Award
• Ms. Kimberly Towers – Inspection Program Coordinator, Food Safety & Quality Unit
• Ms. Shanequia Bethell – Permit Technician

🏆Go-Getter Award
• Dr. Natalie Toney – Surveillance Program Coordinator, Veterinary Health Unit

🏆Above & Beyond Award
• Dr. Erza Bartholomew

Congratulations to all of our award recipients! Your dedication, professionalism, and commitment to BAHFSA's mission continue to inspire excellence across our organization.

We extend our sincere appreciation to Hon. Jomo Campbell for introducing this meaningful initiative to recognize and celebrate the invaluable contributions of public servants within the agricultural sector. We also thank everyone who helped make the day such a memorable success.

Enjoy some of our favorite moments from Staff Appreciation Day! 📸

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