
Jigawa State has launched a demonstration under the Nigeria Farmer Soil Health Scheme aimed at promoting sustainable agriculture. Speaking on the initiative, Prof. Olumuyiwa James, National Consultant for the scheme and a soil science expert at Bayero University, Kano, said effective soil management is essential for smart and sustainable agricultural development in Nigeria. According to him, achieving this requires the involvement of policymakers, researchers, experts, farmers, and other critical stakeholders across the agricultural sector.
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