When ingenuity rivals modernity- a revival of past culture
These traditional storage gourds are more than just a marvel to
the eyes of any lover of art. Made from dried melon and millet leaves,
the former artfully arranged on a calabash mold, and the latter placed
in turn for improved sturdiness, durability and efficacy, the
traditional flask is ideal for storing dried vegetables.
Mrs
Ndjidda Mabame, who employed lots of ingenuity in putting together the
device, says the government stands to benefit a lot if resources are
ploughed into valorizing the product, given that they are not only
convenient and healthy, they are environmentally friendly as they are
perfect replacements for plastic wrappings.
The skilled craftswoman, along with 359 others who answered present at the 2014 Regional mini-agropastoral show in Figuil, Mayolouti Division, exhibited to the best of their prowess their produce ranging from the choicest crops, to giant animal species, to amazing locally fabricated agricultural machinery. They used the occasion to learn from each other’s experiences, to attract possible buyers and investors, but also to lay bare the difficulties they encounter.
The obstacles include shortage of arable land, for 44% of the region’s surface area are classified as reserves; lack of funds given the absence of appropriate financial institutions, as well as ill-adapted agricultural implements and inputs.
The mini agro pastoral show, an initiative of the minister of housing and urban development is, according to the North regional delegate Raymond Haman Dawai, aimed at regalvanising the agro pastoral sector of the region and pave the way for the switch- over to second generation agriculture.
A concept which the Secretary-General at the North Governor’s office, Fidele Tegni, called on the farmers to embrace more readily, so as to change definitely the face of the agricultural landscape of the region.
Mrs Mabame on her part is confident that the show has influenced her view of the sector positively, as well as those of her peers, and has resolved to instill into others, the advantages of practicing safe agriculture, for the benefit of present and future generations.
Louisa Akwanka A.
The skilled craftswoman, along with 359 others who answered present at the 2014 Regional mini-agropastoral show in Figuil, Mayolouti Division, exhibited to the best of their prowess their produce ranging from the choicest crops, to giant animal species, to amazing locally fabricated agricultural machinery. They used the occasion to learn from each other’s experiences, to attract possible buyers and investors, but also to lay bare the difficulties they encounter.
The obstacles include shortage of arable land, for 44% of the region’s surface area are classified as reserves; lack of funds given the absence of appropriate financial institutions, as well as ill-adapted agricultural implements and inputs.
The mini agro pastoral show, an initiative of the minister of housing and urban development is, according to the North regional delegate Raymond Haman Dawai, aimed at regalvanising the agro pastoral sector of the region and pave the way for the switch- over to second generation agriculture.
A concept which the Secretary-General at the North Governor’s office, Fidele Tegni, called on the farmers to embrace more readily, so as to change definitely the face of the agricultural landscape of the region.
Mrs Mabame on her part is confident that the show has influenced her view of the sector positively, as well as those of her peers, and has resolved to instill into others, the advantages of practicing safe agriculture, for the benefit of present and future generations.
Louisa Akwanka A.
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