Yobe State Embraces Climate-Smart Agriculture to Combat Desertification and Boost Food Security
The Yobe State Agro-Climate Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) project has launched a groundbreaking initiative to engage 19 communities in climate-smart agricultural practices, aiming to enhance food security and livelihoods amid the challenges of climate change.
The targeted communities, situated in the Nguru wetlands across Bade, Jakusko, Yunusari, and Yusufari Local Government Areas, recently participated in a climate-smart agriculture workshop held at the Federal University Gashua (FUG).
Speaking during the workshop’s opening, ACReSAL Project Coordinator, Shehu Alhaji Mohammed, emphasized the importance of the Community Revolving Fund (CRF) Scheme in promoting sustainable agriculture. “The CRF sensitization equips farmers with best practices to build resilience against desertification in affected areas,” he stated.
The CRF Scheme, which accounts for 10% of the total funds allocated to the ACReSAL project in Yobe State, is designed to empower communities to adopt innovative agricultural methods tailored to the Sahel region’s challenges.
Project Monitoring and Evaluation Officer, Ibrahim Daya, outlined implementation strategies that prioritize community participation. He stressed the need for active collaboration between stakeholders to ensure the project’s long-term success.
Similarly, Social Livelihood Desk Officer, Usman Mohammed, highlighted the eligibility requirements and explained how climate-smart agricultural practices could transform the region’s agricultural landscape.
The initiative represents a significant stride in addressing the twin challenges of climate change and food insecurity, offering a model for sustainable development in semi-arid regions. By fostering resilience and innovation, ACReSAL is poised to create a brighter future for the affected communities in Yobe State.
