By Paul Lamin in Kenema

At the Lambayama ABC center, MAFS distribututes small pack (Seed Rice) to farmers.

The District Agriculture Officer DAO  Kenema district, Matthew M. Kenneh on Monday 15 July, 2024 distributed seed rice (NERICA L-19 sub 1 and ORYLUX 6) seed rice to four farmers’ based organizations (FBO)’s at Lambayama ABC center (Chinese Farm) in Kenema.

The distribution was done in the presence of trained  Network Coordinators from the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (MAFS ) and Village Based Advisor’s (VBAs ) in Nongowa chieffom.

Hundreds of farmers received the seeds in a joyful mood and expressed appreciation to the Ministry for such a gesture.

The District Agriculture Officer( DAO) said the seeds were certified for planting.

Matthew Mohamed Kenneh explained to the beneficiaries the importance of agriculture to national development,

He promised to take tough action against  farmers who intend to sell the seeds.

The best agronomic practices to obtain high yield was explained to the farmers.

The farmers however  promised to utilize the seed rice for the intended purpose.

A farmer at the Lambayama ABC Center, Alieu Amara alias Mende Lawyer called on colleague farmers to take the program seriously as they stand to benefit more if they plant the rice.

He warned them not to misuse the opportunity given to them by the ministry.