An eco-conscious organisation, Zenith Energy Enzymes, has launched the ”Home Farming For All” kits for members of Ekiti/Isin/Irepodun/Oke-Ero constituency in Kwara.
At the launch of the kits distribution exercise in Omu-Aran, the Managing Director, Zenith Energy Enzymes, Mrs Edith Anekwe said the vision of the programme was to ensure food security and food sufficiency in Kwara and Nigeria at large.
Mrs Anekwe said the programme which is the first of its kind in the country was in tandem with the programme of the present administration of President Bola Tinubu to declare a state of emergency on food security.
She said home farming would also help people allay the fears of attack by herdsmen by deserting the farms which led to high cost of foods.
”At the inception of this administration, the President said he will declare a state of emergency on food security and the First Lady, Mrs Remi Tinubu, also launched a home farming programme that is bringing everyone to embrace home farming.
”So in pursuance of this, we decided to package a kit that can enhance the programme of the present administration by helping every household to be able to grow what they eat.
”The kit contains organic fertilizers, seeds and feeds that can be planted within the comfort of your homes inside sacks, buckets e t.c
”When everyone starts farming, the price of food drops automatically,” Mrs Anekwe said.
She however noted that 1000 extension officers will be employed by the organisation in the state, to train people on how to engage in home farming successfully.
Hon. Raheem Olawuyi, Member, Federal House of Representative representing Ekiti/Isin/Irepodun/Oke-Ero, who facilitated the programme said the initiative aimed to address the pressing issue of high food costs.
He said this can only be achieved by promoting self-sufficiency in food production within our constituency.
”Today, we gather to embark on a journey that will not only alleviate the burden of food expenses but also empower our community members to take control of their food security.
”Through this program, we envision a future where every household can produce its own food, ensuring sustainability and resilience against economic challenges,” Hon. Olawuyi said.
