Niger expands Tractor hiring with additional 20 Tractors to boost agricultural production
By: TUNDE BOLAJI – MINNA.
In a bid to boost food production, Niger State Ministry of Agriculture has announced the acquisition of 20 additional tractors from the Niger Foods Security Systems and Logistics Company.
This move aims to enhance the state’s Tractor Hiring Scheme, addressing the increasing demand for mechanized farming solutions among local farmers.
The Tractor Hiring Scheme, officially launched in April 2025, is a pivotal component of Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago’s “Niger Can Feed the Nation” initiative.
It seeks to provide farmers across the state with affordable and accessible mechanized farming tools, thereby boosting food production and ensuring food security.
The recent procurement follows a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between the Ministry and Niger Foods Security Systems and Logistics Company for the lease of 50 tractors.
According to the ministry, “these tractors have been strategically deployed to hiring centers across the state’s three geopolitical zones, facilitating easy access for farmers in various local government areas.
In addition to expanding the fleet, the Ministry is collaborating with the Ministry of Communication Technology and Digital Economy, as well as Niger Foods Logistic Company Limited, to develop a mobile application.
This app will enable farmers to book tractor services online and offline, streamlining the hiring process and minimizing the risk of fraud .
The state’s 2025 action plan also includes initiatives such as training youths on drone technology and other smart Agricultural practices, distributing agro-inputs to farmers, and establishing Agricultural equipment hiring centers.
These efforts are designed to enhance productivity, improve food security, and promote economic growth across Niger State.
With these strategic investments and partnerships, Niger State continues to make significant strides toward transforming its Agricultural sector and achieving self-sufficiency in food production.
