The Savannah Region Farmers Brigade (SRFB) held a crucial board meeting yesterday Wednesday 29th January 2025 to discuss strategies for soliciting support for farmers in the region.
The meeting, which took place at the Catholic Guest House Unity Centre in Damongo, brought together board members, farmers, and stakeholders to brainstorm ways to address the challenges facing farmers in the region.
According to the SRFB Secretary, Chief Gbanapewura Shungbore I, the meeting aimed to identify potential partners and donors to support farmers with inputs, equipment, and training.
“We are committed to improving the lives of our farmers, and we believe that seeking support from external sources is critical to achieving this goal,” Gbanapewura said.
The SRFB board members discussed various strategies, including reaching out to international donor agencies, government institutions, and private organizations to solicit support.
The association also plans to establish partnerships with agricultural input suppliers, equipment manufacturers, and training institutions to provide farmers with access to quality inputs, equipment, and training.
(Cue Audio Gbanapewura SRFB)
Buipewura JinaporII, who is the initiater and founder of the Savannah Region Farmers Brigade emphasized the importance of supporting farmers in the region. “Gonjas have a vast land and farmers are the backbone of our economy, and it’s essential that we support them to increase productivity and improve their livelihoods.”
Buipewura said farming is a very lucrative sector but due to lack of support, a lot of farmers are unable to commercialize their farming.
Buipewura Jinapor said he is bringing the farmers together to form the farmers brigade not because he wants to benefit something but because he wants to support and give back to society.
According to Buipewura, the SRFB will be at the forefront of advocating for farmers’ rights and interests in the Savannah Region. The association will be working tirelessly to promote sustainable agricultural practices, improve farmers’ access to markets, and enhance their livelihoods.
(Cue Audio Buipewura SRFB)
