The BARC Farms Project, implemented under the Plateau Youth Agricultural Empowerment Scheme launched by Governor Caleb Mutfwang’s administration, has recorded an impressive harvest bringing joy and renewed hope to young farmers across Plateau State.
The initiative, aimed at encouraging youth participation in agriculture, spans 1,000 hectares of farmland and provides modern farming tools, training, and continuous support to over 1,000 beneficiaries.
Each participant was allotted one hectare of land to cultivate crops such as maize, rice, and sorghum, supported by government-provided tractors, sprayers, and other mechanized farming equipment.
As part of the governor’s broader vision to boost food production and generate employment, the project has delivered a bountiful harvest this season, signaling strong progress toward agricultural revitalization in the state.
Some participants, speaking with journalists, expressed excitement over the outcome, describing the success as a testament to Governor Mutfwang’s commitment to empowering young people and transforming Plateau’s agricultural landscape.
One of the beneficiaries, Ben Daze, highlighted the state’s vast potential for self-sufficiency if the program continues.
“From the current harvest at BARC Farms, it’s clear that Plateau can produce enough food to feed itself and even beyond if this program continues,” Daze said.
He also praised the governor for reviving the long-abandoned BARC Farms and channeling it toward productive use.
“We are proud of this initiative and the governor’s drive to take Plateau to greater heights,” he added.
The BARC Farms Project stands as a major milestone in the Mutfwang administration’s agenda for economic recovery through agriculture positioning Plateau State as a model for youth-driven agribusiness success in Nigeria.