The Indonesian government, says it’s ready to partnering with Kebbi state government so as to boost agriculture and modern livestock production in the state.
Kebbi State commissioner for Animal Health, Husbandry and Fisheries, Alhaji Kabir Usman Alaramma disclosed this to newsmen.
According to him, the state which is the second largest producer of livestock in Nigeria, has immense potential, which need to be fully harness.
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He said the partnership is one of the key outcomes of Governor Nasir Idris recent visit to Indonesia, which focused on advancing agriculture and livestock sectors in the State.
The commissioner explained that, as part of the partnership, Indonesia government, has allocated four training slots for Nigerian veterinary doctors in artificial insemination, with Kebbi securing two slots.
He revealed that, Indonesia has pledged 1,000 straws of semen for improved cattle breeds to Nigeria, with Kebbi receiving 500.