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The National Cereals Research Institute (NCRI), Badeggi, Niger State, has formalised a partnership with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to enhance rice seed production systems across Nigeria. The collaboration, cemented through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), underscores a commitment to strengthening the nation’s agricultural development goals.

Focus on Advanced Equipment and Capacity Building

As part of the agreement, NCRI will acquire state-of-the-art equipment for rice cultivation, production, testing, inspection, and post-harvest processing. These technological advancements will enable the institute to produce high-quality certified rice seeds, a critical component in addressing challenges within the rice production value chain.

Strategic Impact on Nigeria's Agriculture

This partnership represents a strategic step in tackling inefficiencies in Nigeria's rice production, with a focus on increasing yield and improving overall productivity. By boosting the availability of certified seeds, the initiative aims to support the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security's objectives of achieving food security and self-sufficiency.

A Shared Vision for Growth

The MoU signing ceremony brought together key stakeholders from NCRI, JICA, and the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, highlighting the collaborative spirit underpinning this initiative. Both organisations expressed optimism about the partnership's potential to revolutionise rice production in Nigeria.

The partnership with JICA is expected to significantly contribute to modernising Nigeria’s agricultural sector, enhancing productivity, and strengthening the country’s position in the global rice market.

commoditiesnig:
Good initiative

phemmie06:
Until I see the full manifestation of this mou, I no go believe am. This government is government of propaganda

seunmsg:
Rice is life 🤣🤣🤣

Editorialtimes:
NCRI Partners with JICA to Boost Rice Seed Production in Nigeria


Source: The Bureau Newspaper

Editorialtimes:
NCRI Partners with JICA to Boost Rice Seed Production in Nigeria


Source: The Bureau Newspaper

blowjohn:
Yes o.
Until u see it manifest in the form of jollof rice

phemmie06:

MatrixCircle:
With many universities of Agriculture in Nigeria, ordinary local rice farmers in Japan will come and enhance rice production.
Sometimes I don't know how black head reason's.