The Bauchi State College of Agriculture, in conjunction with the Women Farmers Multi-purpose Co-operative Society and the Women Farmers Advancement Network, has trained women farmers on home gardening to aid climate change mitigation.
The groups, also supported by the Agro Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes, plus the National Agency for the Great Green Wall, trained100 women farmers on sustainable agricultural practices, particularly home gardening, as a means to enhance food security.
Arewa PUNCH gathered that the event that was held at BASCOA aimed at educating the women on the effects of climate change.
Speaking at the event, the chairperson of BASCOA, Women Farmers Multi-purpose Co-operative Society, Amina Haruna, stated that the event is a milestone in promoting sustainability and inclusivity for women in agriculture, while also explaining further that “The training provided practical knowledge for the participants on the growing need to empower women in the face of climate challenges.
“This event is not just about farming; it’s about building resilience in the face of climate change. Home gardening empowers women, improves nutrition, and provides a source of income for our families.”
She further acknowledged the role of key partners, including WOFAN, NAGGW, and ACReSAL, for their support.
NAGGW and ACReSAL each donated 100 tree seedlings, which were distributed to the participants, symbolising a commitment to environmental preservation and climate action.
In the same vein, the Special Adviser to the Bauchi State Governor on Agriculture, Iliyasu Gital who chaired the event, highlighted the age-old tradition of home gardening, noting that it remains a vital practice for food production and environmental conservation.
According to him, “Home gardening has been with us for generations and will continue to play an essential role in our lives. It is more than just growing vegetables; it is about nurturing the land and conserving the soil for future use.”
Gital called on the participants to embrace the training as a pathway to financial independence and environmental sustainability, insisting that home gardening and tree planting will help replace trees lost to deforestation, an issue compounded by Nigeria’s energy crisis.
On her part, the Bauchi Field Officer for the National Agency for the Great Green Wall, Hadiza Muhammad urged women to take advantage of the opportunities presented, noting that empowering women leads to the transformation of entire communities.
by Umar Sani
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