He said lower production and reduced planting would significantly reduce food availability in major markets nationwide.
The governor noted that his administration has invested along the entire agricultural value chain.
The coordinator noted that the gesture would boost farmers’ income and sustain food security.
The fertilisers were received through the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security.
Mr Adegbenro said that poultry farming remains a verifiable tool to combat the challenges associated with retirement.
Two farmers had been kidnapped by bandits at the Oke-Ifira/Idogun forest axis of Akoko South-East council area of Ondo.
Mr Abubakar said the initiative would strengthen breeders’ capacity.
Mr Ibrahim said extension workers are central to improving agricultural productivity.
The police command in Adamawa has confirmed the death of six people following a lightning strike in the Ganye council.
The farmers said the high cost and limited availability of fertilisers and other essential farm inputs had become major constraints as the rainy season commenced.
