The Taraba state government Tuesday said it has gone into partnership with the federal government to establish a model ranch and livestock training centre to check frequent clashes between herders and farmers in the state.
The state Commissioner of Information and Re-orientation, Mr. Danjuma Adamu, stated this at a press conference in Jalingo.
He said the move was part of efforts of the administration of Governor Darius Ishaku to boost agricultural production in the state.
“To avoid the perennial farmers and herder’s clashes, the state government in collaboration with the federal government will establish a Model Ranch and Livestock Training Centre in line with the open grazing prohibition law of the state.
“This administration has given priority to agriculture to ensure food security and increase income for farmers and rural dwellers.
“The administration has also encouraged mechanised farming through the provision of tractors and other inputs to farmers at subsidised rates,” he said.
Adamu highlighted some of the key achievements of the administration so far in education, water, security, energy and road construction.
The commissioner assured the people of the state of government’s determination to deliver on the campaign promises for the good of the state.
