In the plains, the land is relatively fertile and is good for agriculture. It accounts for 5% of the GNP.
Electronic components are exported mainly to the United States. They also export plastic bags, clothes, hot peppers, live plants and cattle. Exports amount to 2.8 millions of dollars (1992).
Its economy mainly depends on imports, which makes it vulnerable to price changes in the world market.Imports amount to 80.6 millions of dollars; they include machinery, transport equipment, food, oil and other items.
Roughly 70% of the nation's GDP is owed to tourism, the nation's number-one economic powerhouse that generates as many as $12 billion and $12,500 per capita.
The main economic activity is agriculture, mainly tomatoes, potatoes, onions, carrots, lime and cotton, followed by tourism, electronic appliances production and plastic, linen and leather products.
You can reach the island by plane. Daily flights to Antigua and nearby islands are available. You can also rent a car or ask for a taxi.
