A leading agricultural innovation and solutions provider, Farm Villa Africa (FVA), has commenced operations in Akure, the Ondo State capital, with a commitment to supporting small-scale farmers and strengthening food production across Africa.
Farm Villa Africa is dedicated to transforming African agriculture through sustainable practices, while empowering farmers with the knowledge, resources and technology needed to improve productivity and contribute to food security.
Speaking at the opening ceremony, the APC South-West Vice Chairman, Dr Duerimini Kekemeke, called on governments at all levels to provide women farmers with modern agricultural equipment to enable them increase food production and address food insecurity.
Dr Kekemeke noted that women farmers were not necessarily marginalized, but required adequate financial support and access to modern technology to transition from subsistence farming to mechanized agriculture.
He also commended young Nigerians who had ventured into agriculture, saying their involvement in the sector would not only provide employment and income for themselves but also contribute to feeding the society.
In his remarks, the Chairman of OSACA and farmers in Ondo State, Chief Engineer Abiodun Adejo, said the services being offered by Farm Villa Africa would go a long way in helping small-scale farmers maintain their farms and improve their operations.
Chief Adejo appealed to government at all levels to support farmers who were committed to producing food for the people.
Also speaking, Ambassador Folake Omojuwa thanked God for the success of the founders of Farm Villa Africa and encouraged mothers to support their children in pursuing their dreams and entrepreneurial aspirations.
The Chief Executive Officer of Farm Villa Africa, Mr Akinsehinwa Ayoola, expressed delight over the establishment of the business, explaining that the company was created to bridge the service and resource gaps confronting small-scale farmers, particularly those who lacked adequate funds to maintain their farms.
Earlier, the Chief Operating Officer, Mr Akinfolarin Olusegun, said Farm Villa Africa was established to empower African farmers with the knowledge, resources and technology required to succeed in modern agriculture.
Mr Akinfolarin explained that the company would promote collaboration and community development while contributing to food security for Africa’s growing population and laying the foundation for a more prosperous future.
The event attracted government representatives, farmers, agricultural stakeholders and members of the public.
