Farmers Praise NACGRAB for Climate-Resilient Crops in Kano

Summary:
On June 8, 2024, farmers in Kano State praised the National Centre For Genetic Resources and Biotechnology (NACGRAB), Crop Trust, and the German Development Bank (KfW) for providing climate-resilient crop varieties. During a seed dissemination event in Bagauda, various farmers, including Jummai Gadzama and Salisu Kunya, reported improved yields and nutritional benefits from the new sorghum and cowpea varieties. They appealed to the Federal Government for subsidized fertilizers and farming tools. NACGRAB officials highlighted that the Seed for Resilience (S4R) project, implemented in Oyo, Niger, and Kano states, aims to mitigate climate change effects and enhance food security. Positive feedback from farmers indicated the project’s success in boosting productivity and crop diversity.