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The Ministry of Agriculture is charged with the responsibility of implementing an agricultural policy of the state with a view to ensuring food security. This Ministry seeks to
  • Promote farmer-friendly agricultural policies
  • Develop rural economy and protect the environment
  • Coordinates all agricultural efforts
  • Liaises with other agencies, both local and foreign on specific area of agricultural promotion and development.

     

    Policy Objective
  • Attain food security
  • Provide support for farmers and others
  • Eradicate rural poverty
  • Facilitate private sector participation in agriculture
  • Increase application of modern technology in agriculture
  • Protect rural economy and environment

     

    MAJOR OBJECTIVES OF THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE
  • Self sufficiency in the production of basic food commodities.
  • Production of raw materials for the expanding agro-industry
  • Production and Processing of agricultural commodities using improved technologies.
  • Generation of gainful employment opportunities for Edo youths and stemming rural-urban drift through rural infrastructural development.
  • Rationalization of resource utilization through sustainable agriculture.
  • Provision of improved seed varieties, other inputs and techniques that will accelerate goals achievement.
     
     

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