Jigawa state governor, Malam Umar Namadi, has launched a groundbreaking initiative to distribute biofortified millet and maize seeds to 30,000 smallholder farmers across the state.
Governor Namadi, who launched the seeds Tuesday in Dutse at the state capital, said the initiative could provide the needed nutrition across the state.
This move is aimed to tackle malnutrition and promote climate-resilient farming practices across the state.
The program, supported by HarvestPlus and the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN), aligns with Governor Namadi’s 12-point agenda, focusing on sustainable agricultural development and food security.
The governor said the biofortified seeds are enriched with essential nutrients like iron, vitamin A, and zinc, crucial for fighting malnutrition, particularly among children.
He said the seeds are climate resilience, because they are engineered to thrive in challenging weather conditions, addressing concerns about food production in the face of climate change.