Liberia's First National Cocoa Seed Garden: A Story of Triumph and Transformation
In the rich landscapes of Beeplay, Nimba County, a quiet revolution is unfolding—one that is reshaping Liberia’s agricultural sector and paving the way for economic empowerment. At the heart of this transformation lies the country’s first National Cocoa Seed Garden, a groundbreaking initiative launched in 2020 through a collaboration between the Ministry of Agriculture, the Central Agricultural Research Institute (CARI), and the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD).
Agriculture Minister Calls on Youth to Lead Liberia’s Food Security Efforts
[Salayea District, Lofa County, March 4, 2025] – In a continued push to mobilize farmers and boost domestic food production, Agriculture Minister Dr. J. Alexander Nuetah has called on young Liberians to take the lead in transforming the country’s farming sector, emphasizing that the future of our food security depends on their active involvement in agriculture.
Ministry of Agriculture Boosts Field Operations with Motorbikes and Vehicles for Staff
[Monrovia, Liberia – February 27, 2025] – In a bold move to revolutionize Liberia’s agricultural landscape, the Ministry of Agriculture (MOA) has equipped its field staff with 52 motorbikes and four vehicles, empowering them to better support farmers and boost productivity. This strategic initiative enhances mobility and operational efficiency for District Agriculture Officers (DAOs), County Agriculture Coordinators (CACs), and Regional Agriculture Coordinators (RACs)—the frontline champions of Liberia’s agricultural growth
Agriculture Ministry Launches Comprehensive Training on Extension and Advisory Services for County Staff
[Ganta, Nimba County – February 20, 2025] - The Ministry of Agriculture (MOA) has launched a comprehensive training program on Extension and Advisory Services for both old and newly appointed county staff, including Regional Agriculture Coordinators (RACs), County Agriculture Coordinators (CACs), District Agriculture Officers (DAOs), and other relevant personnel. The training in Ganta, Nimba County, runs from February 17 to 22, 2025
Government Targets Bong County for Major Rice Production Boost
[Bong County, – February 18, 2025] – The Government of Liberia, under the Liberians Feed Yourselves Agenda, has identified Bong County as a key area for large-scale lowland rice cultivation. As part of efforts to meet the 6,500-hectare target for rice expansion this year, Minister of Agriculture Dr. J. Alexander Nuetah visited the county to rally local farmers, encouraging them to take full advantage of Liberia’s abundant natural resources for sustainable food production
