Use of natural fertilizers and pesticides

Asmara, 18 March 2022- The Ministry of Agriculture in cooperation with the Ministry of Marine Resources is earnestly working to encourage farmers use natural fertilizers and pesticides free of chemicals.

As part of the effort, the Ministry of Agriculture organized theoretical and practical training to farmers in Forto-Sawa sub-zone, on preparation and application of natural fertilizers and pesticides.

One of the beneficiaries of the training, Mr. Ibe Hadish, farmer from Homib administrative area, said that the training he received is significantly contributing in boosting his agricultural production and called for organizing similar training programs to farmers.

Indicating that the program to encourage farmers use natural fertilizers and pesticides has significant contribution in boosting agricultural production as well as availability of fertilizers and pesticides, the Ministry of Agriculture said that similar training programs will be organized in various parts of the country.