In a proactive move to bolster agricultural productivity and address food insecurity, local farmers in Nigeria’s north-eastern state of Borno have initiated large-scale irrigation farming endeavours. The primary objective is to mitigate the challenges posed by climate change, particularly in the Lake Chad region. Through the adoption of advanced irrigation farming techniques, farmers are striving to enhance their yields while simultaneously building resilience against the adverse effects of climate change on traditional farming practices.
This strategic shift aligns with the broader goal of ensuring food security in the country. As food security remains a critical concern, especially in regions susceptible to environmental challenges, the transition to irrigation farming signifies a forward-thinking strategy by local farmers. This report sheds light on the innovative efforts undertaken by the farming community in Borno to secure a sustainable and resilient future for agriculture in Nigeria’s northeast.
Host: Adebola Adedugba
Guest: Professor Babagana Jugudum Kabir, Executive Director, Lake Chad Research Institute, Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria
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Borno Farmers Embrace Irrigation to Enhance Food Security in Nigeria’s Northeast | NC Now | 06-01-24
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