New Programme Aims to Strengthen Rice and Millet Value Chains in The Gambia

 

The Government of The Gambia has launched a new project worth D110 million to increase the production of rice and millet and strengthen food security in the country. The programme is being implemented with the support of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the Government of China.

The project aims to help farmers grow more crops by introducing improved seeds, better farming techniques, and modern agricultural technologies. Farmers will also receive training to improve their skills and productivity. The programme will support better crop processing, storage facilities, and post-harvest management to reduce losses after harvest.

Around 20,000 farmers are expected to benefit directly from the project, while many more people in rural communities will gain indirectly through better job and income opportunities. Agricultural experts from China will work with local farmers and institutions to share knowledge on rice breeding, irrigation systems, mechanisation, and seed production.

Officials say the project is important because The Gambia depends heavily on imported rice to meet its food needs. By increasing local production of rice and millet, the government hopes to reduce reliance on imports, improve farmers’ livelihoods, and ensure a more stable and secure food supply for the country.

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