Firm advocates sustainable solutions for smallholder farmers

Apart of its commitment to fostering sustainable agricultural practices in the country, the British American Tobacco Nigeria Foundation ( BATNF) has moved to address the challenges faced by Agripreneurs and create sustainable paths in the agricultural sector.

This was disclosed during the biennial Agribusiness Dialogue, which served as a platform for in- depth discussions and deliberations, where all participants, including government representatives, private sector stakeholders, and experts, convened to explore and analyse the strategies and initiatives necessary to drive the smallholder farming sector forward.

The dialogues session, centered on the theme, “Turning Challenges into Opportunities: Establishing Sustainable Strategies and Pathways for Smallholder Farmers in the Agrifood System,” which underscores the Foundation’s support for agribusiness and the need to grow sustainable agriculture in the country.

Executive Director, BATNF, Ololade JohnsonAgiri, said the foundation has remained committed on sustainable agriculture development and the improvement of livelihoods of smallholder farmers, their families, and communities.

She said: “Since the establishment of the BATN Foundation in 2002, we have been working determinedly to empower smallholder farmers through a range of programmess and initiatives. We believe that smallholder farmers are the key to unlocking Nigeria’s agricultural potential and ensuring food security for future generations.”

Vice- Chancellor, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta ( FUNAAB), Prof. Olusola Kehinde, commended the foundation for focusing on helping smallholder farmers in Nigeria succeed, while also acknowledging the challenges that must be addressed in order to achieve sustainable agriculture.