Tag: climate resilience farming

By Asiwaju Adekunle Saheed Katsina State has launched a $1 million project titled Protecting Food Security Against Recurring Floods And Drought, aimed at strengthening the resilience of vulnerable farming communities against the growing impact of climate change. State leadership described food security as fundamental to sustainable development, stressing that without reliable access to food it is difficult to achieve economic growth or build a prosperous future, particularly in a state where agriculture remains a major source of livelihood. The project, implemented by Mercy Corps Nigeria in collaboration with the Katsina State Development Management Board and the Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning, will initially cover Bindawa, Bakori and Kafur Local Government Areas. The intervention will focus on land restoration, improved water and drainage management, rehabilitation of solar powered water systems, better food storage and climate smart agriculture, with particular attention to vulnerable households, women, youths and smallholder farmers. State officials have directed relevant government institutions to ensure effective coordination and monitoring of the project, while exploring opportunities to scale up similar climate resilience initiatives across the state. Leaders commended Mercy Corps Nigeria, the Katsina State Development Management Board and other partners for the timely intervention, expressing confidence that it would help build a more resilient state capable of withstanding future climate shocks.