The Nigerian Government plans to revitalize rice production in Anambra State and other regions to boost rice production, create jobs, and improve living standards.
The government’s interventions include providing farm inputs, equipment, and machinery at a subsidized rate.
The plan is part of national policies towards achieving rice self-sufficiency, food and nutrition security, reduced imports, and inclusive economic growth across all sectors of the economy.
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