By Dayo Johnson, Akure

A member of an indigenous agribusiness and manufacturing group, Johnvents group, Johnvents Trading, has flagged off the distribution of farm inputs to farmers to ensure food security and promote sustainable agriculture.

Speaking during the flag off ceremony, the Chief Business Officer at Capitalsage Holdings, Johnvents Tradings, Dr. Femi Sekoni, said the Second Annual Input Disbursement flag-off programme was put together by the firm towards promoting sustainable agriculture, empowering farmers, and prioritizing environmental sustainability.

Sekoni noted that apart from the distribution of farm input to over 6000 farmers, the firm has also procured about 20,000 unit of fertilizers and NPK as part of effort to ensure optimal crop production for participating farmers.

According to to him “through the Johnvents Trading Outgrower Scheme, Johnvents directly contributes to Nigeria’s agricultural output by providing essential resources to cultivate in-demand crops such as maize and sorghum.

“Last year, we embarked on a remarkable journey to empower 4,000 farmers. The results were inspiring, witnessing a positive ripple effect throughout our agricultural landscape.

“This year, we are determined to build on that success and reach even greater heights”

 “Johnvents trading flag-off programme this year is a significant expansion from the previous year. It will encompass three clusters across Kano, Kaduna, and Katsina, reaching 6,000 farmers, a 50 percent increase from last year.

“This is to ensure optimal crop production for participating farmers, Johnvents Trading has procured 20,000 units of fertilizers and NPK.

“These vital inputs have been strategically delivered to designated warehouses within each cluster area, guaranteeing convenient access for all participating farmers”

” Our unwavering commitment to efficient input disbursement, monitoring, and evaluation practices remains steadfast, ensuring transparency and maximizing the program’s impact.

“We understand the importance of collaboration in fostering a sustainable agricultural ecosystem.

“We express our deep appreciation to our partner, Alliance Agro, for their unwavering support and shared vision in revolutionizing Nigeria’s agriculture.

“A heartfelt acknowledgment is extended to the participating farmers, who are recognized as the cornerstone of Nigeria’s food security. Johnvents Trading applauds their resilience, hard work, and dedication”

Johnvents Trading is a member of Johnvents Group, is an indigenous agribusiness and manufacturing group and a vital commodities value chain player, operating an international aggregation network for producers and buyers to access produce worth billions supplied annually.