Tuesday 15 November 2016

Food security: USAID partners Chi Farms to empower farmers

Food security: USAID partners Chi Farms to empower farmers
As part of efforts to boost food security in Nigeria, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has signed an agreement with Chi Farms Limited to empower over 6,000  small holder fish , soya bean and maize farmers .

The project is expected to contribute to Nigeria’s food security drive by adding over 4,000 metric tonnes of catfish to local markets yearly.

According to the Executive Director, Chi Farms Limited, Martin Middernacht the agreement is part of the United States Government’s Feed the Future Initiative.

The partnership   will enable the Chi Farms engage small holder farmers to become successful cat fish farmers as well as get the required training for industry quality standards .

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