This sector will focus on enhancing agricultural productivity, expanding agro-processing, and integrating trade and financial services to strengthen the entire agribusiness value chain. It will also address financing agricultural businesses, improving market access, and supporting agricultural technology and innovation.

Objective: To improve agricultural productivity, facilitate value-chain development, enhance agro-processing industries, and promote trade and financial services within the sector, ensuring food security, economic diversification, and long-term growth.

Focus Areas:

1. Land Lease Scheme: Design and implement a land lease scheme for commercial agriculture and large-scale agro-allied industries.
2. Farmer Cooperatives: Organize subsistence farmers into cooperatives to facilitate mechanized agriculture.
3. Modern Farming: Modernize crop and livestock farming through advanced practices and technologies.
4. Agro-Processing Models: Develop and promote sustainable agro-processing and agribusiness models.
5. Meat and Dairy Factories: Establish meat and dairy processing factories to support livestock farming and reduce post-harvest losses.
6. Modern RUGGA Ranches: Set up modern RUGGA ranches for nomadic herders to reduce conflicts and promote sustainable livestock management.
7. Policy Review: Review and optimize existing laws and policies guiding farming and animal rearing to foster a more conducive environment for agribusiness.
8. Market Access: Enhance market access and export capabilities through improved logistics, storage, and marketing strategies.
9. Agricultural Finance: Provide tailored financial products and access to credit for farmers and agribusinesses, including Islamic finance options.
10. Rural Infrastructure: Invest in rural infrastructure, such as roads, storage facilities, and cold chains, to improve the efficiency of agricultural supply chains.
11. AgTech Innovations: Explore and implement agricultural technology (AgTech) innovations to boost productivity.
12. Security for Agriculture: Strengthen security measures to protect farmlands, agro-businesses, and rural communities from theft, banditry, and other threats.

Expected Outcomes:

1. Agricultural Productivity Enhancement Roadmap: Development of a strategic roadmap to improve agricultural productivity across Kebbi State, focusing on modern farming practices, mechanization, and value chain optimization.
2. Investment and Financial Support for Agribusinesses: Creation of attractive investment opportunities in agro-allied industries and the establishment of a dedicated Agribusiness Acceleration Fund to support start-ups and expansion. As well as Introduction of accessible, sustainable financial products, including Islamic finance options, to empower farmers and agribusinesses.
3. Market Access and Export Facilitation: Establishment of a Kebbi State Agriculture Produce Marketing and Export Promotion Board to facilitate the export of key agricultural products and enhance market access both locally and globally.
4. Rural Empowerment and Security: Significant improvements in rural income levels, job creation, and food security, alongside enhanced security measures to protect farming operations and rural livelihoods.

Strategic Initiatives to Drive Impact, Socioeconomic Growth, and Revenue Generation:

1. Commercial Agriculture Program: Launch a program to lease large tracts of land to commercial farmers and agro-industries, fostering investment, job creation, and scalability in agricultural production.
2. Agro-Cooperative Development: Establish and support cooperatives to enable collective farming, bulk purchasing of inputs, and access to mechanized farming equipment, driving efficiency and productivity.
3. Agro-Industrial Parks Development: Develop agro-industrial parks with modern processing facilities, logistics hubs, and export centers to add value to raw agricultural products and stimulate the growth of agro-industries.
4. AgTech Incubator: Establish an incubator to support agricultural technology startups, providing resources, mentorship, and networking to drive innovation in AgTech.
5. Kebbi State Commodity Exchange (KSCE): Establish a trading platform for agricultural commodities to stabilize prices, improve market efficiency, and expand both local and international trade opportunities.
6. Agricultural Export Initiative: Implement a robust initiative to promote the export of Kebbi’s agricultural products, opening up international markets and increasing foreign exchange revenue.
7. Training and Capacity Building: Conduct comprehensive training programs for farmers and agribusinesses on modern agricultural practices, technology integration, and business management.
8. Rural Infrastructure Investment: Invest in rural infrastructure, including road networks, irrigation systems, and storage facilities, to enhance agricultural productivity, reduce post-harvest losses, and improve market access.
9. Agro-Finance Program: Develop specialized financial products for the agricultural sector through public-private partnerships, ensuring accessible credit facilities for farmers and agribusinesses.
10. Sustainable Farming Campaign: Promote environmentally sustainable farming practices through educational campaigns and incentives, ensuring long-term soil fertility and resource conservation.
11. Agricultural Data and Market Information System: Establish a digital platform to provide real-time market data, weather forecasts, and best practices, empowering farmers with timely information to make informed decisions.