FG, AFTDAN accomplice to strengthen agricultural worth chain and promote sustainable farming
The Federal Authorities and the Agricultural Farmers and Merchants Growth Affiliation of Nigeria (AFTDAN) are collaborating to strengthen the agricultural worth chain, improve market entry, and promote sustainable farming practices.
Talking on the inauguration of AFTDAN’s Board of Trustees and members on Wednesday in Abuja, the Secretary to the Authorities of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, described the affiliation’s institution as a welcome and optimistic growth.
Akume, represented by Alhaji Wada Nas, emphasised the very important function farmers and merchants play in reaching meals safety, {economic} stability, and job creation.
He reaffirmed the federal government’s dedication to supporting initiatives like Agricultural Farmers and Merchants Growth Affiliation of Nigeria (AFTDAN) and pledged continued collaboration with organizations devoted to uplifting farmers and merchants throughout the nation.
Governors’ discussion board backs agricultural revival
Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq of Kwara State and Chairman of the Nigeria Governors Discussion board (NGF), represented by Dr. Akanbi Olubunmi, lauded the affiliation, saying its formation marked a brand new chapter within the revitalization of Nigeria’s agricultural sector.
“Nigeria’s agriculture sector feeds our nation, sustains our financial system, and holds the important thing to our future prosperity,” he said.
Additionally talking, Mr. Elijah Nze, Nationwide President of the Agricultural Farmers and Merchants Growth Affiliation of Nigeria (AFTDAN), described the affiliation as a non-governmental group dedicated to agricultural growth and enhancing the livelihoods of farmers.
He famous that the Agricultural Farmers and Merchants Growth Affiliation of Nigeria (AFTDAN) was established to work in partnership with the federal government and different stakeholders to eradicate starvation and restore the dignity of Nigerian farmers by impactful programmes.
Challenges within the agricultural sector
Nze highlighted a number of challenges going through agriculture in Nigeria, together with seasonal farming, land degradation, low ranges of irrigation, lack of mechanization, restricted market entry, inadequate agricultural training and extension providers, in addition to frequent pest and illness outbreaks.
He assured that the Agricultural Farmers and Merchants Growth Affiliation of Nigeria (AFTDAN) is ready to deploy its human assets and leverage accessible assist to contribute meaningfully to nationwide meals safety.
Name to embrace rural agriculture
Additionally talking, His Royal Majesty, the Ona of Abaji, Dr. Adamu Yunusa, represented by Alhaji Umar Faruk, the Magayaki of Abaji, emphasised the significance of embracing rural agriculture.
He described agriculture as probably the most useful and dependable type of employment for driving the nation’s growth.
What you must know
The Agricultural Farmers and Merchants Growth Affiliation of Nigeria (AFTDAN) is a non-governmental group dedicated to agricultural growth and enhancing the livelihoods of farmers and merchants throughout Nigeria.
AFTDAN was established to accomplice with the federal government and key stakeholders to implement impactful packages and insurance policies within the agricultural sector.
The affiliation is devoted to advocating for farmers’ rights, restoring the dignity of agricultural staff, and selling {economic} empowerment by sustainable agricultural initiatives.
