Ojuawo encourages farmers to adopt all year-round planting approach.

Ojuawo encourages farmers to adopt all year-round planting approach.

In anticipation of the dry season farming, Hon. (AVM Rtd) Ojuawo Rufus Adeniyi, the honorable Member representing Ekiti South Federal Constituency 1, visited his empowerment farm at Ogbese to prepare the farmers for upcoming dry season farming. The farm has been thriving, having produced tonnes of tomatoes a few months ago and currently harvesting beans in phases.

During his visit, Hon. Ojuawo inspected the plots, met with the farmers, and commended them for their hard work and dedication.

'Your solar powered borehole is now ready, and we've acquired an additional pumping machines to support the irrigation process. From now on, I expect you to adopt all year-round planting approach, also known as "planting round the season", which involves cultivating crops continuously throughout the year, regardless of the season. This method can help increase food production and availability, even during periods of low rainfall or harsh weather conditions. By doing so, you'll be able to make the most of your solar powered borehole and pumping machines, and enjoy a consistent harvest throughout the year.' He encouraged those who had been less regular at the farm to keep their plots weed-free, assuring them of his continued support to produce more food for the community. 

Hon. Ojuawo was particularly impressed with the beans plantation, and the farm Coordinator, Engr Bayo Olotin, expressed gratitude for his consistent support and leadership. The farmers plan to start plowing next week to plant vegetables for the dry season, aiming to meet the tomato production cycle by early February next year. The farmers unanimously thanked Hon. Ojuawo for his unwavering support since the empowerment farm's inception, from the training period to the present. 

This empowerment farm has been instrumental in providing food and supporting the local community, as seen in the success of the farm's products hitting the market in Ekiti. Hon. Ojuawo's commitment to the farm and the farmers is truly commendable, and his efforts have not gone unnoticed.

OJUAWO MEDIA TEAM