FLASHBACK: Farmers showcased produce during the annual fair
By Judoemue M. Kollie
The Agricultural Sub Sectors of Liberia in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture and other partners has organized a Green Day event to show case agricultural products.
The program which takes place shortly in Monrovia is part of activities marking the inauguration of President Elect, Joseph Nyumah Boakai and Vice President-elect, Jeremiah Kpan Koung.
More than 100 farmers and agri-businesses chosen from across the country are expected to participant in the program.
The program runs from January 20-22, 2024, at the Antoinette Tubman Stadium (ATS) in Monrovia and will be attended by government officials, international partners and the general public.
The main intent of the activity is to highlight the challenges and progress in the agricultural sector, so as to draw the attention of the government and international community for more support for the sector.
It is also intended to honor the President –elect who is also a farmer.
The event has been approved for implementation, by the National Steering Committee for the Inauguration of the President-elect and the Vice President-elect.
The idea of the Green Day program was conceived in December last year when stakeholders, from the various sub sectors and the leadership of the Liberian Business Community paid a courtesy visit to the residence of President-elect Boakai during his birthday celebration.
President-elect, Boakai has promised to make agriculture number on priority for his administration.
The Green Day event will begin with a parade through the major streets of Monrovia and climaxed at ATS where the showcase is expected to take place.
“We are happy that agriculture still remains a priority for national government. The Green Day event is expected to show the level of progress in the sector and the challenges. It is our hope that by showcasing our products will inspired the President-elect to focused more on agriculture as a way to move the economy forward,” said Joseph Morris, Green Day event, Organizing Committee Chairman.