Adamawa Moves to Tackle Farmers’ Challenges, Strengthen Agricultural Productivity





By Alhassan Haladu Yola.



The Adamawa State Ministry of Agriculture has intensified efforts to address the challenges faced by farmers, particularly in accessing quality pesticides, improved seeds, and other essential farming inputs.


The State Commissioner for Agriculture, Professor David Jatau, disclosed this during a stakeholders’ meeting on agriculture held at the Government Secretariat in Yola. Represented by the Permanent Secretary, Mrs.


 Heidi E. Sunday, the Commissioner explained that the meeting brought together key stakeholders—including agro-input dealers, farmers, government agencies, and security personnel—to explore practical solutions to issues affecting the sector. 


The initiative, he noted, is aimed at boosting productivity and ensuring food security across the state.


Mrs. Sunday urged agro-dealers to obtain proper licenses from relevant regulatory bodies such as the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) and the National Seed Council, stressing that compliance would enhance their operations and prevent legal complications.


 She emphasized that effective collaboration among the ministry, agencies, and farmers is crucial for the sustainable development of agriculture in Adamawa State.


In his welcome address, the Director of Operations at the Ministry, Dr. Ibrahim Bayaso, said the meeting was convened to identify and develop workable solutions to agricultural challenges in the state.


 He reiterated the importance of proper authorization for agro-input dealers, noting that it would help curb the circulation of substandard inputs that have continued to hinder agricultural progress.


Dr. Bayaso also advised farmers, particularly those involved in food crop production, to adopt safe storage practices and avoid selling produce contaminated with pesticide residues, warning that such practices pose serious health risks to consumers.


Participants at the meeting commended the initiative and pledged their support for efforts aimed at improving agriculture in the state. They also reaffirmed their commitment to working with the government and the Ministry of Agriculture to achieve food sufficiency and overall development in Adamawa State.


The meeting was attended by representatives of various security agencies, as well as regulatory bodies including NAFDAC, the National Seed Council, and other relevant institutions.

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