Edo State has unveiled its largest agricultural mechanisation investment, deploying 30 tractors, bulldozers, and heavy-duty equipment to boost commercial farming. The initiative is designed to strengthen food production, expand farmland availability, an…  | By Abimbola Akomolafe on November 18, 2025 | Edo State has unveiled its largest agricultural mechanisation investment, deploying 30 tractors, bulldozers, and heavy-duty equipment to boost commercial farming. The initiative is designed to strengthen food production, expand farmland availability, and support rural development across all senatorial districts. The equipment rollout will improve access to affordable mechanisation services for smallholder farmers and agric SMEs, helping them scale operations, reduce labour costs, and increase productivity. The initiative is expected to open new farmlands, create agribusiness jobs, and enhance the competitiveness of rural enterprises. Read also, Governor Godwin Obaseki described the programme as a practical step towards building a stronger agricultural economy, noting that improved mechanisation will help local farmers meet rising demand and contribute more significantly to Nigeria's food security. The launch, attended by Senate President Godswill Akpabio and other federal lawmakers, reinforces a shared commitment to expanding opportunities for agric-based MSMEs and strengthening Edo's position as an emerging hub for commercial agriculture. | | | |
