FG To Deepen Partnership With French Development Agency To Transform Livestock Sector

FG to Deepen Partnership With French Development Agency to Transform Livestock Sector The Federal Government has announced plans to strengthen its partnership with the French Development Agency to drive reforms and transform Nigeria’s livestock sector.

The collaboration is aimed at improving livestock production, enhancing value chains, supporting farmers and promoting sustainable development within the sector. Government officials said the partnership would focus on areas including modern livestock management practices, animal health, productivity improvement, capacity building and access to markets for livestock producers. The initiative is expected to support efforts to modernise Nigeria’s livestock industry, create employment opportunities and improve food security through increased domestic production.

The Federal Government has identified livestock development as a priority area in its agricultural transformation agenda, with emphasis on reducing challenges affecting farmers and improving the overall efficiency of the sector. Stakeholders believe stronger international partnerships and investment in technology, research and infrastructure will help unlock the potential of Nigeria’s livestock industry. The government said it remains committed to working with development partners to implement policies that promote sustainable livestock production and contribute to economic growth.