Nigeria has received its first shipment of Belarusian agricultural machinery consisting of 2,000 tractors and over 9,000 agricultural tools. This initiative is part of a cooperation agreement aimed at modernizing the country’s agricultural sector. Training programs by Belarusian experts are included to enhance the skills of Nigerian farmers.
Nigeria has received its inaugural shipment of agricultural machinery from Belarus, which includes 2,000 tractors and over 9,000 agricultural tools. This delivery aligns with a comprehensive cooperation agreement established between the two nations, which aims to modernize Nigeria’s agricultural sector, as reported by DNE Africa, a partner of TV BRICS.
The partnership, confirmed by Nigeria’s Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari, is expected to advance mechanized agriculture, enhance food production, and improve overall efficiency within the agricultural sector. The agreement, signed in September 2024, marks a significant step towards agricultural modernization in Nigeria.
The initiative aims to provide Nigerian farmers with access to modern farming equipment, increase crop yields, and bolster food production. In addition to the machinery, the agreement includes comprehensive training programs led by Belarusian agricultural experts to enhance the skills of Nigerian farmers in mechanized farming techniques.
The recent shipment of Belarusian agricultural machinery signifies a pivotal advancement in Nigeria’s agricultural modernization efforts. Through enhanced mechanization and farmer training, Nigeria aims to optimize food production and efficiency. This collaborative agreement not only seeks to provide equipment but also to build the capacity of local farmers.
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