Benue gears up for agricultural transformation with Alia Palm’s ‘Farm Hall’ series

The Alia Palm Project (APP) has launched ‘Farm Hall’ sensitizations in Makurdi, Benue, starting with the unveiling of the Tenera Palm. Mr. Alex Addingi, Special Adviser to the Benue State Governor on International Investment, and agripreneur Mr. Sam Agwa emphasized the project’s potential to position Benue as a leading region in Nigeria’s oil palm revolution. Agwa highlighted the success of oil palm cultivation in Asian countries like Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore, urging the Benue government to adopt oil palm as a key cash crop. The sensitization sessions will continue from January to March 2024. Source: The Gaurdian

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The launch of the Alia Palm Project in Benue signifies a strategic move towards agricultural transformation and economic diversification in the region. By focusing on oil palm cultivation, the initiative aims to replicate the success seen in Asian countries, potentially turning Benue into a major player in Nigeria’s agricultural sector. The ongoing ‘Farm Hall’ sensitizations are a crucial step in garnering stakeholder support and ensuring the project’s successful implementation. This initiative could bring significant economic benefits and establish Benue as a key contributor to Nigeria’s oil palm industry.