NGSG takes delivery of additional 2000 Agricultural equipment.
By : Yahaya Zakka Minna.
The Niger State Government in partnership with a diversified agriculture value chain group, Origin Group has taken delivery of agricultural equipment to scale up agricultural production and promote national policy on food security.
Origin Group, using its proprietary themed support system called Total Agricultural Support Program (TASP) in partnership with Campo Company of Brazil is engaging in a specialized agro support program with the Niger State Government.
The equipment received include 500 large capacity tractors,500 Harvesters of varying capacities and1000 different agricultural and Irrigation equipment and farm implements.
The program which is equally aimed at supporting 50,000 hectares fully irrigated food production hubs in Niger State will help the State to scale up its desire to deepen food production, wealth creation, and employment opportunities for the teeming population of the State.
The landmark initiative when fully implemented will eradicate drudgery including 50% post-harvest and revenue losses by farmers.
Farmer Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago led administration remains committed to the Agricultural revolution of the State and his desire to make Niger State an Agricultural hub of Nigeria.
