Caroni Agri-Bee Spelling Competition Celebrates Young Minds and Agriculture
52 Students Compete for Top Honors in Annual 4-H Event
By Laura Ram
The vibrant energy of youth, agriculture, and academic excellence converged on Friday, May 16th, 2025, at the Sugar Cane Feed Centre in Longdenville, as the schools in the 4-H County Caroni hosted their much-anticipated Agri-Bee Spelling Competition. The event, proudly sponsored by Nu-Iron Limited, Point Lisas, brought together fifty-two students from thirteen registered schools in a spirited display of knowledge, focus, and friendly rivalry.
The Agri-Bee, an initiative designed to foster agricultural awareness through spelling and vocabulary, challenged young competitors to spell various words drawn from the agricultural sciences, food security, and general farming practices. Beyond mere spelling, the event aimed to deepen students’ understanding of agriculture’s role in national development.
After several intense rounds, The Green Thumbs Growers 4-H Club, Carapichima ASJA Primary School emerged as the overall winner, capturing first place with poise and precision. Inspired Minds 4-H Club, Balmain Presbyterian Primary School followed closely, securing second place, while Tabaquite RC Primary School took third. Brasso Vernado RC Primary School finished in fourth place, and a tie for fifth was shared by Agri- Avengers 4-H Club of California Government Primary School and The Greenzees 4-H Club of Exchange RC Primary School.
1 MIDDLE: 1st place Green Thumbs Growers 4-H Club, Right: 2nd place Inspired Minds 4-H Club,
Left: 3rdplace Young Generation Farmers 4-H Club.
The event was attended by an enthusiastic crowd of teachers, parents, and fellow students, who offered resounding support to the young participants. Their presence underscored the strong community spirit and collaborative ethos that 4-H events are known for.
Representatives from Nu-Iron Limited were also present, expressing their commitment to educational development and agricultural sustainability in Trinidad and Tobago. “We are proud to support an event that not only encourages academic excellence but also highlights the importance of agriculture in shaping our future,” said a Nu-Iron spokesperson.
Green Thumbs Growers 4-H Club collected their 1st Place Prize from Ms. Natasha Lee 4-HTT President and Ms. Kichelle Ali Nu- Iron representative.
Inspired Minds 4-H Club received their Second Place Prize from Former 4-H Vice-President Mr. Garnet Gibson.
Our Esteemed Judges and Moderator.
Mr. Garnet Gibson, retired Teacher and former Volunteer Leader for the Waterloo Secondary School was honored for his dedicated service to the 4-H County Caroni Voluntary Leaders Council.
The 2025 Caroni Agri-Bee not only crowned new spelling champions but also planted seeds of curiosity, discipline, and agricultural appreciation in the hearts of every child present.