Kingston, Jamaica — In response to the widespread agricultural damage caused by Hurricane Melissa, Jamaican agritech marketplace FarmLinkr has launched a Seed Voucher Programme designed to help affected farmers replant, recover and restore food production as quickly as possible.
The initiative provides a simple, transparent way for individuals, businesses and members of the Jamaican diaspora to directly support hurricane-impacted farmers by funding essential seed supplies. Vouchers purchased through FarmLinkr.com are converted into curated seed packages and delivered directly to vetted farmers across the island who have suffered crop losses.
“At moments like this, recovery begins with practical action,” said Shelly Heaven, CEO and Founder of FarmLinkr. “Seeds are the first step to restoring livelihoods, rebuilding food security and giving farmers the confidence to start again.”
A Direct, Practical Path to Recovery
Unlike traditional donation drives, FarmLinkr’s Seed Voucher Programme is structured to ensure that every contribution results in tangible agricultural inputs reaching farmers in need.
Once purchased, vouchers are redeemed for standard seed packets available on the FarmLinkr platform. The company works closely with its farmer network to allocate seed support in a way that maximises the value of each voucher, tailored as closely as possible to farmers’ needs and growing conditions.
Two Ways to Support Farmers
Donors may participate in the programme in one of two ways:
- Personalized Giving
Supporters may direct their voucher to a specific farmer by providing the farmer’s name, address and contact details at checkout. Donors may also indicate preferred seed types for inclusion. - General Relief Pool
Contributors may opt to support FarmLinkr’s general farmer relief pool by submitting a WhatsApp contact at checkout. FarmLinkr will allocate seed packages to farmers facing the most urgent post-hurricane needs across its network.
All vouchers are distributed exclusively to farmers verified as having been affected by Hurricane Melissa.
Seed Voucher Options
Seed vouchers are available in the following denominations:
- Bulk Starter — J$4,000 | US$25
Covers up to approximately 2,000 seeds based on a combination of smaller seed packet sizes. - Full Bloom — J$7,200 | US$45
Covers up to approximately 7,000 seeds depending on seed type and packet combination. - The Cultivator — J$10,400 | US$65
Covers up to approximately 10,000 seeds across multiple packet sizes. - Large Harvest — J$13,600 | US$85
Covers approximately 16,000 seeds across multiple packet sizes. - Golden Reserve — J$16,800 | US$105
Covers approximately up to 20,000 seeds, offering the greatest flexibility in packet selection.
Strengthening Food Security, One Farm at a Time
Farmer tending to crops on a farm visited by FarmLinkr
Hurricane Melissa has once again highlighted the vulnerability of small and medium-scale farmers to extreme weather events. FarmLinkr believes that restoring agricultural production is not only critical to farmer livelihoods but also essential to Jamaica’s broader food security and economic resilience.
“Rebuilding farms is about more than crops,” Aldo Antonio added, Chief Marketing Officer at FarmLinkr. “It’s about sustaining communities, stabilising food supply chains, and ensuring that farmers are not left behind after disaster strikes.”
Call for Community and Diaspora Support
FarmLinkr is encouraging individuals, corporate partners and Jamaicans at home and abroad to consider gifting a farmer. Even a single seed voucher can help replant a field, restore a harvest cycle or revive a family-run farm.
To support a farmer today, visit www.FarmLinkr.com.
About FarmLinkr
FarmLinkr is a Jamaican online marketplace committed to improving access to fresh, wholesome and nourishing foods. By connecting farmers directly with households and businesses, FarmLinkr supports local agriculture, strengthens food supply chains and reduces the challenges often associated with sourcing high-quality produce.
Media Contact:
Aldo Antonio Muir
FarmLinkr Limited
Tel: 876-542-3719
Email: aldoantonio@farmlinkr.com
