Fed Govt’s donation of 14,633 coconut seedlings excites association.

Fed Govt’s donation of 14,633 coconut seedlings excites association.

National Coconut Producers, Processors & Marketers Association of Nigeria (NACOPPMAN) has hailed Federal Government’s donation of 14,633 coconut seedlings to farmers in five states.

National President, Dr. Nma Okoroji, said the seedlings would mitigate effect of flooding on members’ farms in coconut communities.

Okoroji, represented by Mesi Doheto, National Vice-President, Southwest, said: “This contribution will make impact  in coconut producing communities in Lagos, Edo, Anambra, Kogi and Akwa Ibom states.

 “Coconut farming plays a crucial role in our economy, providing livelihoods for families and contributing to well-being of our region.

 “This donation will help in sustaining and expanding our plantations, and contribute to NACOPPMAN project towards ensuring coconut sufficiency in Nigeria with cultivation of 10,000 hectares.”

 The association congratulated Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari, on his appointment, noting it recognised importance of collaboration between government and organisations, and commitment of the ministry to growth of the coconut industry.