By Talatu Maiwada

Adamawa Government has commenced the 2025 agricultural support programme targeted at empowering smallholder farmers and boosting food security across the state.

The Commissioner for Agriculture, Prof. David Jatau, made this known while briefing newsmen, on Friday, in Yola.

Jatau said Gov. Ahmadu Fintiri had approved N2 billion for the implementation of the initiative aimed at increasing agricultural productivity during the 2025 farming season.

He explained that the programme which has commenced, has subsidised inputs such as fertilisers, improved seeds, and other essential materials to farmers across six local government areas.

According to him, the government would cultivate 300 hectares of farmland in each local government area, with 300 farmers expected to benefit in each council.

“The programme has already commenced in six LGAs, Madagali, Michika, Hong, Maiha, Demsa, and Ganye.

“By next year, during the rainy season, we will extend the programme to the remaining LGAs.

“To ensure a fair and transparent selection process, a committee made up of traditional councils, local government officials, security agencies, youths and women group representatives has been set up.

“We are also equipping extension workers with training to offer farmers guidance on modern agricultural techniques for improved yield,” he said.

Jatau noted that the intervention would not only boost food production but also create jobs, improve rural incomes and support economic stability in communities.

He added that the state was partnering with non-governmental organisations and agricultural bodies, with over 2,700 hectares of farmland pledged for cultivation by development partners.

The commissioner reaffirmed the government’s commitment to achieving food self-sufficiency and urged beneficiaries to take full advantage of the programme. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Nkiru Ifeajuna/Ekemini Ladejobi