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In a collaborative effort between the Federal Government (FG) and the International Fund for Agricultural Development-Value Chain Development Programme (IFAD-VCDP), the commencement of the 2023/2024 dry season farming under the IFAD-VCDP program took place in Enugu.
The distribution of over N40 million worth of agricultural inputs and equipment marked the beginning of the dry season of farming.
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The distributed items included various agricultural necessities such as NPK fertilizers, Urea, rice seeds, selective and non-selective chemicals, solar panels, water pumps, knapsack sprayers, transplanters, and weighing scales, among others.
Dr. Fatima Aliyu, the IFAD-VCDP National Coordinator, praised the Enugu State Government’s active participation in the program. She acknowledged the contributions of several states and expressed gratitude for the effective implementation in Enugu. Dr. Aliyu encouraged the state to maintain the momentum.
The distributed agro inputs targeted rice production for farmers in Aninri, Isiuzo, and Nkanu East among the five LGAs involved. Governor Mbah, represented by Commissioner Patrick Ubru, reaffirmed the State Government’s commitment to making Enugu the nation’s food basket. He thanked IFAD for swift approvals and urged farmers to live up to expectations.
A beneficiary, Mrs. Ngozi Eze, expressed gratitude for the program’s consistent support, citing a significant increase in yield from her previous dry season farming. She lauded IFAD for reducing rural poverty and enhancing food security through their continuous support to farmers.
