Farmer Begins Milling Local Rice In Bayelsa

Mr. Ovieya Sini, managing director of Ovieya Rice Farm in Bayelsa State, has initiated local rice production in the Famgbe community, Yenagoa Local Government Area. Currently cultivating 15 plots, he aims to supply rice to Bayelsa and the Niger Delta region to enhance food availability. Despite facing challenges such as flooding and pest attacks, Sini’s hard work led to a successful harvest during the 2023 Christmas season. He urges youths to join agriculture to combat unemployment and seeks government support to expand his farm and improve processing facilities. Sini emphasizes the need for additional funds and resources, such as pesticides and flood management, to achieve a larger harvest and tackle food shortages. He plans to package and market the rice as a local Bayelsa product. Source: DailyTrust

Our Review
Mr. Ovieya Sini’s dedication to rice farming in Bayelsa State highlights the potential of local agriculture to address food security and unemployment. His perseverance in the face of environmental challenges and commitment to expanding production underscore the importance of government support in agriculture.