Thursday May 22, 2025

Agriculture

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Gambia Armed Forces will Harvest More Than 250 Tons of Rice

CDS Mamat O.A. Cham revealed the Gambia Armed Forces’ plan to produce up to 300 tons of rice from 42 hectares, aiming to end rice imports and boost national food independence within 15 years.

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Gambia Enhances its Dairy Sector by Importing High-Yielding Cattle from France

The Gambian government is boosting its dairy industry by introducing Brown Swiss cattle to improve milk production and support local farmers through the PACD initiative.

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Auditors Criticize the Lack of Soil Testing for 30 Years

The Gambia has not conducted soil fertility mapping in 30 years, with NAO highlighting equipment delays and insufficient training at NARI, posing risks to agricultural sustainability.

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WFD Validates Concept Note for National Grain Reserve Project 

The Ministry of Agriculture, in partnership with the WFP, held a validation workshop on the National Grain Reserve Project to enhance food security and resilience in The Gambia, addressing alarming poverty and hunger levels while aligning with regional and national strategies.

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GCCI Forum Discusses Growth and Challenges in Agriculture

The GCCI Membership Business Forum emphasized agriculture’s critical role in The Gambia’s economy, addressing challenges like limited mechanization and financial barriers while advocating for increased investment, improved credit access, and stakeholder collaboration to modernize the sector.

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