Enugu Final Report On Integrated Pest Management Plan For Rice, Poultry, Aquaculture, Cashew And Cassava

The Enugu State Government through the Federal Government of Nigeria received a credit from the International Development Association (herein referred to as IDA Bank) to implement the Agro-Processing, Productivity Enhancement and Livelihood Improvement Support (APPEALS) Project. The project concept is robustly conceptualised to transform small subsistence farmersā€˜ production system (farming 1-5 ha) into a market-oriented agricultural undertaking. It is also designed to support middle size farmers (5-10 ha) through addressing the constraints that hinder their effective participation in the value chains.

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Kaduna State APPEALS Project IPMP Report

The Integrated Pest Management Plan (IPMP) aims at complementing the Environmental and Social Management Framework (ESMF) and other safeguards instruments of the project. It covered the existing national and international legislations on the use of chemicals for pest management. It also assessed the Nigerian experience in pest management and capacity on integrated pest management approach. Other areas addressed by it include training and awareness for the farmers and users of pesticides on safety measures, description of pesticides banned for use in Nigeria as well as those approved for use. It also identified institutional responsibility with regards to mitigation measures and…

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