Dr. Victor Iyama, Chairman of the Board of Trustees at the Federation of Agricultural Commodities of Nigeria (FACAN), has called on stakeholders in the agricultural sector to collaborate with the government to enhance soybean production and increase farmers' incomes.
Highlighting the crop's growing demand across the livestock, poultry, and aquaculture industries, Iyama stressed the need for timely reforms to scale up production and exports.
He noted that the soybean sector has the potential to significantly contribute to Nigeria's economy while creating job opportunities for youth in agribusiness.
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Despite challenges such as high input costs, low yields, and limited access to markets, he urged farmers to tap into global opportunities to boost productivity and income.
Meanwhile, Olam Agri Nigeria's Managing Director, Anil Nair, reaffirmed soybean's role in food security and industrial applications.
Speaking at a Kwara State equipment donation event, he emphasized Olam Agri's commitment to supporting farmers through initiatives like the Kwara State Soybean Sustainability Program and the donation of threshing machines to enhance productivity and profitability.
