Improved seeds, pesticides, tank sprayers, sprinklers and fertilizers were distributed to 156 farmers in Benue. The aim was to support vulnerable farmers (who are members of Village Savings and Loans Associations) with agricultural items to expand their farming activities in 2021 farming season. In collaboration with the state Ministry of Agriculture, the event was attended by the commissioner of Agriculture and other relevant stakeholders, who had validated and provided recommendations regarding the quality of seeds and items relevant to farmers in the state.

The improved seeds included rice, maize, groundnuts, guinea-corn, yam, benniseed and bambara nuts. The pesticides, tank sprayers and fertilizers were provided alongside the seeds to boost the quality of yield, and to ensure that seeds are not attacked by pests and herbs.

The North Central Transitional Aid in Nigeria (NoCTRAiN) project is funded by German’s Federal Ministry of Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), through Christoffel-Blindenmission (CBM) Germany and Nigeria. The 3-year (2019-2023) project is in its second year. It is implemented in three States— Benue, Plateau and Nasarawa.