To Boost Productions, C’River Farmers Receives Chemical, Hybrid Cocoa Seedlings

The chairman of the LGA, John Nkom Etuk, made the presentation in the Etung Council Hall in Effraya.

No fewer than 100 smallholder farmers in Etung LGA of Cross River State have received hybrid cocoa seedlings and chemicals to help boost their yields.

The farmers after receiving these items each, however expressed joy over the free chemicals and seedlings given to them with the aim of using it to boost productions of cocoa in the state.

One of the farmers who spoke with our correspondent, Ntui Abang, who has a plantation, said the costs of chemicals and cocoa seeds have been prohibitive, such that many of them could not afford them.

“These seedlings and chemicals will tremendously enhance our plantations. By extension, I know that it will boost cumulative state production,” he said.

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HRM Ntufam Anthony Ntui Etta, the Paramount Ruler of Etung Local Government, expressed gratitude to the chairman for his support of the development of cocoa farming in the LGA.

Speaking also, the Council Chairman Etuk said the donations were in line with his administration’s efforts to develop the agricultural sector, increase production, and encourage cocoa farmers.

The Council Chairman said the chemicals, major components in cocoa farming, are meant to provide protection against diseases as the hybrid cocoa approaches the production stage.

He said: “Etung is known for cocoa, and my administration will continue contributing meaningfully to increase production and productivity despite daunting challenges so as to move cocoa production to a desirable level and improve the livelihood of our cocoa farmers and other actors in the value chain.”

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He maintained that cocoa is a significant economic crop that generates export revenues, income, and employment.

“Its ingredient is useful in the production of confectionery, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic products. “Consequently, ensuring the sustainability of cocoa production is critical, particularly at a time when most young people do not consider farming, including cocoa farming, a viable business choice,” he said.