Burkina Faso president, Captain Ibrahim Traore has made a significant step in driving developments towards the agricultural sector.
On May 22, 2025, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, President of Burkina Faso, distributed agricultural equipment and inputs.
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The inputs according to details available to us is valued at over 104 billion FCFA which approximately $180 million United States Doallars.
It was a distribution made to farmers in Bobo-Dioulasso as part of the 2025-2026 agropastoral campaign.
This initiative, under the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Resources, and Fisheries led by Commander Ismaël Sombié, aims to enhance agricultural productivity and achieve food self-sufficiency.
The allocation includes 15,000 tons of seeds, 70,000 tons of mineral fertilizers, 14,631 tons of organic manure, and various equipment like tractors and motor pumps.
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This follows a previous distribution in 2024 worth over 78 billion FCFA, reflecting a significant increase in investment to reduce food deficits and promote rural development.
Traoré emphasized mechanization and youth involvement in agriculture to ensure sustainable food sovereignty.