The Bauchi State Agricultural Development Programme (BSADP) has described Seasonal Climate Prediction as a vital planning tool for farmers, providing early and reliable information on rainfall patterns.
Mr. Ya’u Muhammad, the Programme Manager, stated this in an interview with newsmen on Monday in Bauchi.
He said the tool supplies climate-related factors that directly influence agricultural productivity.
Muhammad explained that the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) is mandated to provide annual seasonal forecasts guiding farmers on rainfall onset and cessation, distribution, sunshine intensity, and risks of floods, drought, pests, and disease outbreaks.
“We engaged in extensive discussions at the national level and gathered valuable information, which will soon be stepped down to farmers across Bauchi State,” he said.
He noted that BSADP held a stakeholder forum as its primary platform for engaging farmers and agricultural experts.
“Participants included representatives from the Institute of Agricultural Research, Lake Chad Research Institute, and Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University,” he said.
Muhammad added that the prediction would be simplified, particularly in Hausa, to ensure grassroots farmers understand and apply it effectively.
He described the 2026 forecast as “very, very important” and urged farmers to adhere strictly to the guidelines to achieve improved yields.
The programme manager assured that BSADP would provide climate-resilient and disease-resistant seeds, timely advisories, and alerts for flood-prone or drought-affected areas.
Muhammad said radio, television, and social media platforms would be used for wide dissemination, with the ultimate goal of strengthening food security in Bauchi State.
