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2025 Harvest Outlook Brightens Despite Climate Setbacks - Boluwade


The Hon. Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security in Ekiti State, Hon. Ebenezer Boluwade, has expressed optimism about the future of farming in the state, despite the challenges posed by climate change in the 2024 farming season.

According to him, while projections for 2024 commodity yields were initially high, changing weather patterns disrupted those expectations. “The data speaks for itself. It's a measurable key performance indicator,” he noted.

However, the State Government is already adapting. “We’re retooling through sustainable, climate-smart agricultural practices,” he said, revealing that modular, solar-powered irrigation systems would soon be deployed across farming clusters to mitigate the impact of erratic rainfall patterns.

Boluwade projected a strong comeback in 2025. “With secured arable land, a supportive weather outlook, and the backing of the State Government for our farming communities, we are looking forward to a bountiful harvest next year.”
He also hinted at strategic plans underway to improve market access and drive value addition for Ekiti-grown produce. “Next? Market development and value additions,” he affirmed.

The Commissioner praised Governor Biodun Oyebanji for his consistent support, adding, “Thank you, HE @biodunaoyebanji.”

He concluded by noting that the first half of the 2025 wet season has been “very good,” and expressed hope that the weather would continue to favour farmers after the usual August break.

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