Mission Food Possible: A Movement to End Food Insecurity in Jamaica & the Caribbean

Send us Fan Mail In this riveting conversation, food security activist Peter Ivey reveals that approximately two-thirds of Jamaica's population experiences food insecurity despite the island's abundant natural resources. As founder of Mission Food Possible and CEO of The Reggae Chefs, Peter is fighting to reconnect communities with their culinary heritage and build resilient local food systems. "I didn't choose food security," Peter explains, "it chose me when I realized I probably was food insecure my whole life growing up in Jamaica." His organization identifies the most valuable local produce in different parishes, then trains school canteen workers, parents, and community leaders to create nutritious, affordable meals using these ingredients. The impact? Over 60,000 people, mostly children, now have improved diets and communities are regaining lost culinary skills. Peter's mission reminds us that food security isn't just about having enough to eat – it's about maintaining the cultural knowledge, skills, and connections that allow communities to thrive independently. Links & Resources: Mission Food Possible: missionfoodpossible.com Follow Peter on Instagram: @peteriveyofficial Email: info@missionfoodpossible.com

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Mission Food Possible: A Movement to End Food Insecurity in Jamaica & the Caribbean is an episode from Carry On Friends The Caribbean American Podcast by Kerry-Ann Reid-Brown.

This episode is 43:22 long.

This episode was published on Sep 16, 2025.

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