The Director General of the National Biotechnology Research and Development Agency (NBRDA), Professor Abdullahi Mustapha has emphasised that the deployment of modern biotechnology in agriculture reduces the use of harmful chemicals on farm and preserves the environmentMustapha stated this on Thursday at the One-Day Biosafety and Biotechnology Sensitization Workshop for Farmers’ Associations. According to him, the benefits of biotechnology are vast and profound, offering solutions to some of the most pressing challenges facing our agricultural sector. “From enhanced crop yields and improved nutritional content to resilience against pests, diseases, and adverse environmental conditions, biotechnology offers a spectrum of opportunities to propel our agricultural productivity to new heights. “Moreover, biotechnology fosters sustainable agricultural practices, reducing the dependency on harmful chemical inputs and promoting ecological balance. While interacting with Journalists, the National President of Maize Association of Nigeria (MAAN), Dr Bello Abubakar harped on the importance of the sensitization workshop to farmers.

Source: Nigerian Tribune May 02, 2024 23:50 UTC