Today, Governor Radda of Katsina State oversaw the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Katsina State Government (KTSG) and the Nigeria Agribusiness Group (NABG). This MoU marks the beginning of the development, adoption, and implementation of the Katsina State Climate Smart Agriculture Policy (KTSG-CSA).
Under this agreement, NABG will play a crucial role in supporting the State Government. This includes providing technical expertise to implement the Climate Smart Agriculture policy, conducting a comprehensive baseline study to assess the Agricultural landscape in Katsina, aiding the state in adapting and aligning the national framework to suit Katsina State’s specific needs, and offering guidance on technical provisions in the CSA framework policy document.
Governor Radda’s initiative to establish the State Economic Council has paved the way for collaborative efforts with NABG to develop various economic policies.
The focus is on unlocking value in priority sectors, and the development of the CSA policy is a key part of this strategy. This policy aims to empower farmers to adopt climate-smart farming methods, leading to improved livelihoods, increased productivity, reduced greenhouse gas emissions, sustainable food systems, environmental protection, and new business opportunities.
This move comes at a critical time, as it will help the state address challenges related to global food security and climate change, ensuring a more resilient and sustainable agricultural sector in Katsina State.
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