By Folake Oye
Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has promised to revitalize cocoa production in the state to boost its economy.
Senator Adeleke made the promise while speaking at the International Cocoa Conference in Lagos.
Represented by the Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security, Mr Tola Faseru, Senator Adeleke, who described the importance of cocoa to the diversification of the nation’s economy recalled how Chief Obafemi Awolowo developed the old western region with earnings from cocoa production.
Unveiling the comprehensive agenda of his administration to revitalize cocoa production in the state, Senator Adeleke emphasised that cocoa-producing states have a direct challenge and obligation to introduce new innovations that will help to revive the sector and increase the productivity level of cocoa farmers.
He emphasized the need to support cocoa farmers and ensure that young farmers enter the sub-sector and collaborate with research institutions such as the Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria (CRIN) for new cocoa breed
Senator Adeleke listed the agenda his administration is implementing to revive cocoa production and enhance the revenue base of the state.
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