Ministry of Agriculture :

"Dear fellow citizens, dear farmers, and workers in all sectors. On this May 1st, a day dedicated to both Agriculture and Labor, I wish to salute with profound respect and immense gratitude all those who, through their daily efforts, contribute to feeding the nation and moving our country forward. [...] To you, women and men of the fields, who work the land with dignity, often in difficult conditions, the Nation owes you recognition. Your commitment is essential to food security and the sustainable development of Haiti. […] I pay tribute to all Haitian workers, in cities and in rural areas, whose daily labor constitutes the lifeblood of our society. Work is a right, but also a dignity that deserves protection, recognition, and appreciation.

May this May 1st be a moment of reflection, but also a call for unity, solidarity, and collective action to build a more just, stronger, and more prosperous Haiti. Happy Agriculture and Labor Day to all. Long live work, long live agriculture, long live Haiti! – Pierre-Richard René, Director General.

Minister for the Status of Women: On this May 1st, a day dedicated to celebrating Agriculture and Labor Day, Pedrica Saint Jean, Minister for the Status of Women, pays tribute to all Haitian workers who, through their courage, perseverance, and daily commitment, actively contribute to the survival, resilience, and economic and social development of the Nation.

On this occasion, the Minister wishes to highlight the essential, and often insufficiently recognized, contribution of women in all sectors of national life. Present at the heart of public administration, commerce, industry, subcontracting, education, health, agriculture, crafts, and entrepreneurship [...] Pedrica Saint Jean wishes to emphasize with particular attention the strategic role of women in the agricultural sector. Major players in the production, processing, and marketing of agricultural products [...] Long live the Day of Agriculture and Labor! Long live Haiti !"

Prime Minister Fils-Aimé :

Celebrated this year under the theme National production is the foundation of the fight for security, the National Day of May 1st, dedicated to agriculture and labor, provided a moving and solemn platform for Prime Minister Alix Didier Fils-Aimé.

MHAVE :

"On the occasion of May 1st, Agriculture and Labor Day, the Ministry of Haitians Living Abroad (MHAVE) salutes the courage of all workers and farmers. Haitians who struggle every day to keep the country alive. Our work is the cornerstone of the nation's development. Together, let's continue to value work, local products, and build a stronger Haiti. Our work, our strength, our land, our future."

National Education Fund :

"On this May 1st, Agriculture and Labor Day, the National Education Fund (FNE) pays tribute to all those who, through their commitment and daily labor, contribute to Haiti's development. The FNE particularly commends the courage of workers and the determination of farmers, essential pillars of our economy and guarantors of our food sovereignty. On this symbolic day, we renew our commitment to supporting education, a fundamental lever for valuing work, strengthening skills, and building a sustainable future for the nation."

National Old-Age Insurance Office (ONA) :

"Dear colleagues, insured members, and pensioners,

On the occasion of Labor and Agriculture Day, the National Old-Age Insurance Office (ONA) extends its warmest greetings and deepest gratitude. [...] Your daily commitment, professionalism, and resilience are the driving forces behind our collective success. On this day also dedicated to agriculture, we celebrate the fundamental connection to the land, the source of life and renewal. This tribute invites us to cultivate, with the same care, the values ​​of respect, solidarity, and sustainability within the ONA. [...] Thank you for your essential work. Let us take care of one another and continue to build a strong and humane future together. Happy Labor and Agriculture Day to everyone."

OFATMA :

"To all workers in the country, the Office of Occupational Accident, Illness, and Maternity Insurance (OFATMA) wishes a happy Labor Day, with the hope of a future founded on social justice, solidarity, and respect for everyone's rights. On this symbolic day, OFATMA reaffirms the General Directorate's commitment to continue efforts aimed at improving working conditions, promoting skills, and strengthening protection mechanisms for the benefit of all insured individuals.

On the occasion of Labor Day, May 1, 2026, OFATMA wishes to express its deep respect for the commitment, courage, and determination of all Haitian workers, especially its employees.

Work is the foundation of any organized society. It is a source of dignity, stability, and progress. In a national context marked by numerous challenges, our workers continue, with dedication, to keep our institutions functioning and to carry the hope of a better future."

Embassy of Haiti in Benin :

"As part of the celebration on May 1st of Agriculture and Labor Day in Haiti, the Embassy of the Republic of Haiti in Benin extends its warmest wishes to all workers in Haiti, Benin, and the diaspora. We salute your courage, your determination, and your daily commitment, which contribute to the development of our nations and the strengthening of ties between our peoples. May this day be a source of inspiration to build together a future founded on dignity, solidarity, and progress. Happy Labor Day to all !"

Investment Facilitation Center :

“The Investment Facilitation Center (CFI) commends the courage and resilience of Haitian workers and farmers who feed our nation and sustain our communities. Agriculture is a priority sector for the CFI. We facilitate investments in this strategic area by offering free support to help agricultural entrepreneurs obtain substantial tax benefits. Investing in agriculture is investing in Haiti’s future. Happy Agriculture and Labor Day !"

HL/ S/ HaitiLibre