The agricultural commodity association forum seeks to work with government, private sector, research institutes as well as the accdemia to improve agricultural productivity in the country.It also seeks better support for agricultural development through finance, technology and other areas that will enhance the development of the sector.

This is against the backdrop of various challenges that have continued to prevent the sector from realizing its full potential and improving food security in the country.

The Agricultural Commodity Associations Forum shares its thoughts on the state of the Nigerian agricultural sector.

He recognized the efforts made by the fiscal and monetary authorities to stimulate and support the improvement of agricultural production. But he is concerned that insecurity, lack of access to finance, insufficient quality of inputs, post-harvest losses, lack of market access, climate change and now flooding have remained a cog in the wheel. of the wheel of progress.

The forum says commodity associations are working with farmers to see the possibility of running a revolving fund for subsequent lending to farmers, with the associations being responsible for efficient use and recovery.

It is ready to work with the private sector through a public-private partnership agreement to provide quality and affordable inputs to farmers in a timely manner.

This also extends to working with research institutes and other knowledge-based organizations, both locally and internationally, to increase the capacity of our farmers and provide transparent access to information on good agricultural practices. .

The agro-products association also seeks to collaborate with the Ministry of Environment and other relevant organizations to promote the adoption of climate-smart agriculture.

This will also include adapting flood mitigation practices based on international best practices to prepare farmers for flood impacts and other climate change challenges.