Story Written By Usman Mohammad Zaria and Edited by Godwin Duru
Farmers in Jigawa State have commended Governor Umar Namadi on timely distribution of agricultural inputs to boost food production.
Some of the farmers in the state made the call while receiving agricultural inputs support under Jigawa FADAMA CARES in Dutse.
According to them, for years farmers in the state have often faced delays in receiving essential input, which has led to reduced yields and economic hardships.
“However, this administration has prioritised the timely distribution of agricultural inputs, addressing a long-standing challenge”.
Speaking at a distribution center in Dutse, Malam Usman a local farmer, said this year, they received their fertilizers at the time when the plants needed it most unlike before.
” This timely intervention means we can now maximize our crop yields, and we’re hopeful for a bountiful harvest,”.
Speaking during the distribution, the state FADAMA CARES Coordinator Aliyu Inuwa said early provision of fertilizers is a critical factor in ensuring a successful farming season.
“We understand the importance of timely agricultural inputs in boosting productivity. this is part of the Jigawa State commitment to ensure it lead in agricultural production, and this is one of the steps towards achieving that,” Aliyu stated.
Aliyu Inuwa pointed out that under the NG-CARES phase four of FADAMA programme, a total of twenty six thousand farmers were facilitated with three bags of fertiliser, improved seeds, herbicide and insecticides.
He added that, the aim is to boost food production and improve livelihood of citizens especially rural communities.
Usman Mohammad Zaria
