French agro- investors, have described Cross River as a fertile land for commercial-scale cultivation of bamboo and potatoes.
Speaking during a presentation at the Conference Hall of the Governor’s Office, Calabar, Yann Fortunato of Industriel Sylviculteur and Estelle Mougeot, President Links 4 Value said that their interest in the state stems from the availability of bamboos in all parts of the state.
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They also described the temperate climate conditions of the Obudu Cattle Ranch, as perfect for commercial cultivation of potatoes.
The collaboration, they said, will lead to the establishment of a seed cultivation and multiplication factory, to improve output for export.
State Governor, Prof Ben Ayade in his response, expressed delight at the visit of the French investors, saying Cross River was ready to collaborate with them in Agroforestry and commercial potatoes cultivation.
The collaboration between the Cross River State Government and France, will develop the value chain for Irish potatoes and bamboo in commercial quantity for exportation.
Edited by Tunde Orebiyi.
