Enugu State Governor, Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi has commended the Federal Government over the empowerment of rice farmers in the State.
State Commissioner for Agriculture, Matthew Idu, who gave the commendation on Tuesday in Enugu, the State Capital said the initiative became a reality through the State Governor’s efforts.
According to Idu, at least 439 rice farmers in the State were empowered with seedlings, fertilizers and agrochemicals to boost their yield this farming season.
The Commissioner added that the initiative is in a bid to curb food scarcity.