Gov Bala Launches Dry Season Farming, Unveils Ambitious Plans to Transform Agriculture

Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has launched the 2025/2026 dry season farming program at Sarma community, Akuyam, Misau Local Government Area, emphasizing agriculture’s critical role in driving food security, job creation, and economic growth.

Speaking at the event on Monday, the Governor highlighted his administration’s deliberate reforms and bold investments in agriculture since 2019, which he noted, aimed at transforming the sector into a robust engine for prosperity.

Key initiatives been implemented by his administration, the governor said, include launching a comprehensive agricultural policy, reviving the Bauchi State Agricultural Development Program (BASDP), and strengthening extension services to provide farmers with direct guidance.

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According to him, his government has also reactivated the Bauchi State Agricultural Supply Company (BASAC) to ensure regular supply of quality fertilizers and agrochemicals at subsidized rates.

Additionally, the governor noted that his administration has revamped the Bauchi Fertilizer Blending Plant, clearing nearly N1 billion in liabilities and restarting production.

Bala Mohammed boasted that Bauchi fertilizer company’s product is now recognized as one of the best in the market, with plans to expand production and attract investors.

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Governor Mohammed announced plans to procure 300 additional tractors and 30 combined harvesters in 2026, refurbish existing equipment, and establish a robust tractor hiring system to make mechanization accessible and affordable for smallholder farmers.

He urged local government chairmen to ensure the tractors benefit the intended communities and smallholder farmers.

The Governor emphasized that agriculture is not just about machines, but about people, highlighting the training of farmers and efforts to improve productivity.

He also appealed to farmers and stakeholders to curb the smuggling of subsidized fertilizers to neighboring states and countries, stressing that such practices undermine the state’s agricultural development.