In a move to modernize livestock farming and build climate resilience, the Adamawa State Ministry of Livestock and Aquaculture Development has launched a training programme for 120 farmers under the World Bank-supported Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support (L-PRES) project.
The workshop, held in Yola, focused on climate-smart livestock management and the use of digital tools such as smartphones to monitor environmental impacts and improve farm practices. It forms part of the state’s broader strategy to enhance productivity while addressing climate challenges in the livestock sector
Speaking at the event, the Commissioner for Livestock and Aquaculture Development, represented by Malam Suleiman Mohammed, commended the L-PRES initiative for its growing impact on livestock development across the state. He noted that this marks the eighth training session conducted this year, reflecting the government’s commitment to continuous farmer education and support.
State L-PRES Coordinator, Alfa Secondee, emphasized that regular training is key to meeting development goals and transitioning the livestock sector toward more sustainable and productive practices. Lead facilitator Dr. Ibrahim Bayaso called on participants to abandon outdated techniques in favour of environmentally friendly methods that support long-term productivity.
The training brought together local livestock farmers and Divisional Livestock Officers (DLOs) from all Local Government Areas, ensuring that knowledge gained will reach communities across the state. One participant, Mrs. Glandu Sajo, a DLO from Fufore, described the training as “life-changing,” adding that it will improve both productivity and farmers’ ability to cope with climate-related challenges.
The initiative reflects a growing recognition of the need for climate adaptation in agriculture and the role digital tools can play in transforming traditional practices into resilient and sustainable systems.
