Daily Trust holds farmers’ forum tomorrow

Daily Trust, Nigeria’s newspaper of the year (2016) in collaborate with Nasarawa State Government will tomorrow (Tuesday, May 23, 2017) host the North-Central & FCT farmers forum and exhibition in Lafia, the Nasarawa state capital.

The event, which is an interactive forum and exhibition of agricultural products and technologies by farmers, agro allied industries, and other stakeholders, was designed to promote the country’s ‘Green Alternative’ for sustainable agricultural development.

The theme of the agro fiesta is ‘showcasing the agric potential of North Central states and FCT towards improving farmers’ productivity.’

Governor Tanko Al-Makura, of Nasarawa State along with governors of Benue, Kogi, Kwara, Niger and Plateau states are expected to chair the occasion.

Other special guests of honour include the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Chief Audu Ogbeh, Chairman, Senate committee on agriculture, Senator Abdullahi Adamu, among other dignitaries.

The two-day event at the Ta’al Conference Hotel along Lafia-Jos road, will highlight regional agricultural resources and investment opportunities as the nation shows renew commitment to economic diversification.

Farmers, service providers, industries, processors of agricultural products and manufacturers of farm equipment will use the event to expand their network and build new business frontlines. agro