IITA and Plateau state government sign MoU to boost agricultural productivity and job creation

IITA–CGIAR and the Plateau State Government have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance agricultural development and deepen food and nutrition security in the state.

The collaboration aims to help the state adopt agricultural innovations and technologies, sustainable farming practices, and environmental sustainability, generating employment, increasing productivity, food and nutrition security, and economic development.

The Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Hon Samson Bugama, who signed on behalf of the state government, said the partnership’s objectives aligned with Governor Caleb Mutfwang’s agenda for the state’s agricultural transformation and food security. He affirmed that the “strategic partnership” would promote sustainable farming practices that minimize environmental impact and ensure long-term productivity in the state.

He added, “I am excited to sign this MoU, knowing it’s a relationship that will benefit both IITA and Plateau State. I want to let you know that we are signing this agreement wholeheartedly and will see to it that our people benefit from this relationship with IITA.”

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