Fijians in containment zones will now have access to alternative food sources with the provision of seedlings from the Agriculture Ministry.

These Fijians living in the Central and Western Divisions are once again encouraged to work on home gardening initiatives.

Minister for Agriculture, Dr Mahendra Reddy says the ultimate aim is to maintain food security in the lockdown and containment zones.

“We are now extending our seed distribution package program when the COVID-19 pandemic has hit again to enhance food security.”

Dr Reddy says the COVID-19 pandemic has boosted the supply chain.