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A two-day tomatoes and onions cultivation training organized by Akwa Ibom state Ministry of Agriculture has opened in Uyo, the Akwa Ibom state capital.

The event which is geared towards enlightening Akwa Ibom farmers on the cultivation of these vegetables was flagged off by the Honourable Commissioner for Agriculture, Dr. Glory Edet, at the Green House Farm along Victor Attah international airport, Uyo on Thursday, October 7, 2021.

In her remarks, Dr. Edet noted that the training exercise was part of Governor Udom Emmanuel's deliberate efforts at improving the skills of farmers and intending farmers in the state for improved efficiency and increased productivity in vegetables.

She called on participants to take the training seriously and subsequently put to practice the lessons of the resource persons so as to assist the state in its quest to achieve its food sufficiency goal.

Earlier in her remarks, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture, Mrs. Mary Ukoette appreciated the Governor for his passion for Agriculture and lauded the Honourable Commissioner for interpreting the vision of the Governor in the agriculture sector and advised the participants to take advantage of the training which according to her is aimed at improving the level of their productivity.

In a goodwill message, the Chairman, AFAN AKS Chapter, Prince Bassey Inwang said that the training will build the mental capacity of the farmers and also add to the level of their productivity. He appreciated the Agric boss for always carrying farmers along in the activities of her ministry and urged the trainees to be attentive and show high level of commitment.

The event also featured a Technical Session on Business Forum, "Farming as a Business" and the Importance of Farm Records.

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