Agriculture, GENERAL, General News
The Kano State Government earmarked N16.6 billion for the agricultural sector in this year’s budget to achieve food security and increase citizens’ income level, an official has said.
The Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Alhaji Musa Shanono, disclosed this while giving the 2025 budget breakdown on Thursday.
Shanono said that about N3 billion was earmarked for constructing the 3.1 billion liters Dansoshiya Dam and providing flowing channels.
He said that the Kano State Agricultural and Rural Development Authority and Kano State Agro-Pastoral Development Project Intervention Programme (KSADP) would receive N5.6 billion to enhance agricultural productivity and competitiveness.
“Improved inputs for farmers will get ₦815 million for purchasing demonstration seeds, fertilizers, and agrochemicals,” he said.
The commissioner also said that ₦571 million would go into the construction of onion beds in the three senatorial districts.
He said that N391 million was budgeted for programmes targeting women in agriculture under the Value Chain Development.
He said that government would spend N167 million for procuring veterinary clinics and essential materials.
Shanono also said that N162 million was budgeted for establishing a pasture museum at Kadawa to support KSADP.
“These investments demonstrate the State Government’s commitment to developing its agricultural sector, creating opportunities for farmers and herders, and ensuring food security for its citizens. (NAN)
30th January, 2025.
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