A project funded by the European Union, spanning six years, has significantly impacted over 40,000 households in 80 rural communities in Taraba state.Â
The primary goal of this initiative was to enhance food security and uplift livelihoods, particularly by improving access to resources for women and farmers, ultimately contributing to poverty reduction.
The pervasive farmer-herder crisis, which has long plagued the region, has adversely affected food security.
This crisis, exacerbated by factors such as inflation and climate change, has led to increased costs in the supply chain due to a decline in the availability of agricultural produce.
Taraba state has not been immune to this challenge, with many locals being displaced and consequently unable to cultivate their crops.
Over the span of the last six years, the project has provided relief to farmers, particularly women, by granting increased access to resources for 55 percent of women and empowering 35 percent of farmers.
This empowerment has played a crucial role in mitigating the impact of the farmer-herder crisis on food security and livelihoods in the state.
The positive outcomes achieved in Taraba state are not just confined to its borders; they serve as a steppingstone for potential interventions in other states as well.
The project’s success has prompted a close-out review meeting, fostering dissemination of knowledge and sharing of experiences among partners.
This collaborative effort aims to evaluate the project’s accomplishments comprehensively, identify encountered challenges, and explore sustainable avenues to maintain the positive outcomes achieved during the six-year implementation period.
