The Kwara State Government has expressed its readiness to partner with private-sector investors to strengthen livestock production, develop the dairy value chain and improve the livelihoods of farmers across the state.
The Commissioner for Livestock Development, Oloruntoyosi Thomas, disclosed this on Thursday after a meeting with representatives of FrieslandCampina WAMCO, a major player in Nigeria’s dairy and food industry.
During the meeting, both parties explored areas of possible collaboration in the livestock and agricultural sectors.
Thomas said the engagement was aimed at identifying opportunities for private-sector investment, improving local production and strengthening the livestock and dairy value chains through partnerships that would benefit farmers and other stakeholders.
She added that collaboration with the company could provide opportunities for local livestock farmers to access modern agricultural practices, improve productivity and expand their participation in the dairy industry.
According to the commissioner, the proposed partnership could also support the development of small
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