By Atoyebi Nike
Farmers in Gombe State have begun receiving subsidized fertilizer as part of the state government’s 2025 wet season farming programme, with distribution reaching all 114 wards across the state.
The initiative, rolled out following a directive by Governor Muhammadu Yahaya, is aimed at supporting grassroots farmers by cutting transportation costs and ensuring direct access to essential inputs.
Speaking over the weekend, Commissioner for Agriculture, Animal Husbandry and Cooperatives, Dr Barnabas Malle, confirmed that local government areas had started receiving their allocated supplies. He stressed that the fertilizer is being delivered directly to ward-level farmers to prevent diversion and enhance efficiency.
Dr Malle also assured that the fertilizer meets national quality standards and urged farmers to use it appropriately while staying updated on weather conditions for optimal crop yield.
The programme includes the release of 10,000 metric tons equivalent to 200,000 bags of fertilizer at subsidized rates, in a move to boost food production and support rural agricultural livelihoods.
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