Liberia: UNDP turns over to Ministry of Agriculture assorted supplies to boost the sector

The Ministry of Agriculture (MoA) has received over US 200,000 dollars' worth of assorted supplies of power tillers, motorbikes, and 14.3 metric tons of Nerica seed rice to support farmers & extension services. This support is part of a 5-year UNDP Liberia Livelihood and Employment Creation Project that seeks to engage the poor and vulnerable populations in socio-economic activities to improve income and livelihood. The project targets vulnerable populations in seven counties- Montserrado, Grand Cape Mount, Grand Bassa, Sinoe, Lofa, Nimba, and Grand Gedeh. "UNDP Liberia recognizes the importance of the agriculture sector for improving livelihoods & reducing poverty in Liberia," said Deputy Resident Representative for Operations Thanbani Mabodoko when officially turning over the supplies that will be used to help empower farmers. Mr. Thabani noted that the project has achieved satisfying results so far, including support to vulnerable populations, more than 400 farmers, financial ...