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By Asile Abel
The Plateau State government is launching an Agricultural and Commodities Market to revolutionize the agricultural sector. This initiative, announced by Hon. John Khyoro Christopher, Executive Chairman of Jos North Local Government Area, aims to directly connect farmers with consumers, eliminating middlemen who profit from farmers’ hard work.
According to Christopher, the market will enable farmers to sell their produce without intermediaries, ensuring they benefit more from their labor. The executive governor, Barrister Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, is developing this concept to empower farmers, who often receive lower prices from middlemen.
The market will be owned and operated by the Plateau State government in collaboration with private investors
The market will be owned and operated by the Plateau State government in collaboration with private investors. Preparations are underway, including a seminar that trained farmers across the state for the next harvest season. Hon. Lucky Fadam, representing the Executive Chairman of Langtang South, expressed enthusiasm for the initiative, highlighting Langtang South’s agrarian focus and urging innovative thinking to improve agricultural outcomes.
Stakeholders are optimistic that the Agricultural and Commodities Market will significantly benefit local farmers and contribute to the region’s agricultural growth.
Directly connect farmers with consumers, eliminating middlemen
This initiative aligns with Plateau State’s goal of promoting agriculture as a key sector for economic development, as outlined in the state’s agricultural transformation agenda.
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