The Northern College of Science and Technology was recognized as the best Educational Institution in Agriculture at the 39th Annual Yendi Municipal Farmers’ Day celebration.
The school was awarded a certificate, fertilizer, and a pair of Wellington boots. Additionally, the school is set to receive extension services and training from the Department of Agriculture in the Municipality as part of the prize.
Specializing in fish farming with Tilapia and catfish as the major species, the school also engages in the rearing of cattle, sheep, goats, guinea fowls, and turkeys. They boast approximately 400 guinea fowls, 70 turkeys, and over 170 cattle and goats.
Furthermore, the school operates a rice farm, a maize farm, and a vegetable farm.
Speaking at the awards ceremony, the Municipal Chief Executive for Yendi, Alhaji Ahmed Yussuf Abubakar, commended the school for its achievements, describing it as a pacesetter in both education and the agricultural sector within the municipality.
He encouraged students to apply the knowledge and skills they acquire in practical settings as they grow up. Alhaji Ahmed also urged other schools in the municipality to follow the Northern College of Science and Technology’s example and venture into agriculture to equip students with practical knowledge.
The School Prefect, 13-year-old Aniwaba Jessica, who received the award on behalf of the school, expressed gratitude to the organizers for recognizing their hard work and rewarding the school. She affirmed the school’s commitment to continue farming to sustain themselves and contribute to the Yendi Municipality’s food supply.
Miss Jessica highlighted that farming has become a hobby for many students due to the enjoyable sessions incorporated into the activity.
The Founder of the school, Nathan Adams Junior, shared that the school began farming in 2013 to address the challenge of feeding students who couldn’t afford meals. Initially focusing on poultry farming, maize, and rice cultivation, the school has expanded into various agricultural areas.
Mr. Adams Junior expressed gratitude for the recognition at this year’s Farmers’ Day and outlined plans to expand the rice and maize farms, as well as venture into vegetable farming.
However, he lamented the lack of farm machinery in the area, emphasizing its negative impact on rice harvesting. Mr. Adams called on the government to enhance agricultural mechanization centers, especially in areas with significant commercial farming activities.
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