Panda farmers to get 12 grain storage silos
Monday, March 27, 2023 | 910 Views |
The government has provided funding for construction of silos in Pandamatenga as part of the common facilities to be utilised by commercial farmers operating within the agricultural Special Economic Zone.
These modern facilities are expected to enhance both the efficiency and efficacy of grain management. The provision of additional facilities will also facilitate the separation for various crops, being sorghum, maize, wheat and sunflower while other produce such as millet, ground nuts and cowpeas will be catered for in a warehouse.
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