Efforts to grow food on some rocky land in Wildey were bearing fruit for one female resident farmer, but now it appears her efforts are about to be washed out. Wendy Burke has the story.

Here is tonight’s weather forecast according to the Barbados Meteorological Services. Weather Forecasts Tonight From 6:00 p.m. Synopsis: The Atlantic high-pressure system will be the dominant feature. General Forecast: Mix of clear skies and clouds with the occasional brief scattered light to moderate showers. Tomorrow From 6:00 a.m. Synopsis: The Atlantic high-pressure system will be the dominant feature. General Forecast: Mix of sunshine and clouds with the occasional brief scattered light showers. Wind Forecasts Moderate east-northeasterly to easterly breeze from 30 to 35 km/h (19 to 22 mph) with higher gusts near showers. Tomorrow From 6:00 a.m. Moderate east-northeasterly to easterly breeze from 30 to 35 km/h (19 to 22 mph) and increasing. Marine Forecasts Tonight From 6:00 p.m. Moderate in open water with swells ranging from 2.0 to 2.5 meters ( 7 to 8 ft ) and increasing. Small craft operators and sea bathers should exercise caution. Sea bathers are urged to use beaches with on-duty lifeguards. Tomorrow From 6:00 a.m. Moderate in open water with swells ranging from 2.0 to 2.5 meters ( 7 to 8 ft ) and increasing. Small craft operators and sea bathers should exercise caution. Sea bathers are urged to use beaches with on-duty lifeguards. Extreme Temperatures Max. Air Temp for Today 29.7 °CMin. Air Temp for Today 23.7 °C

As the Caribbean Examinations Council works on developing an artificial intelligence policy, Barbados and the region have been encouraged to develop their own in line with CXC’s. Director of Operations, Dr. Nicole Manning says CXC’s policy is to be rolled out this year. The announcement came as she participated in a webinar organised by the Jamaica Tertiary Education Commission. Her topic, “Transforming Assessment and Qualifications for Placement in Higher Education: Current Issues and Best Practices”. Dr. Manning says AI will play an important part in teaching and learning. She also notes CXC will be establishing standards and guidelines for the use of AI in assessment.