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Kano Farmers Hope Irrigation and Road Improvements Will Boost Yields
Updated 06:30 WAT, · first published 26 Oct 2026, 08:19 WAT · 2 outlets reporting
Improved irrigation schemes and better road networks are opening new farming opportunities for communities in Kano State. Farmers such as Faruku Musa Haruna in Kumfada say the developments could turn seasonal agriculture into a reliable livelihood. Realising this potential will require ongoing training, proper maintenance and equitable water access.
What we know
- Better irrigation and road access are emerging in Kano
- Farmers in Kumfada, including Faruku Musa Haruna, see livelihood potential
- Sustained training and maintenance are needed
- Reports published by BusinessDay and Nigerian Tribune
Why it matters: Enhanced agricultural infrastructure can increase food security and incomes for northern Nigeria’s farming communities.
Sources
- Beyond the rains: Kano farmers weigh the promise of reliable water – BusinessDay,
- Beyond the rains: Kano farmers weigh the promise of reliable water – Nigerian Tribune,
Updates
- – Story published – 2 outlets
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