Images from FARO 59 Pilot Project at Okumi, Lokoja, Kogi State, Nigeria

Photo gallery showcasing Pre-Planting, Planting, and Post-Planting operations on the site of the Upland Rice Pilot Project at Okumi, Lokoja, Kogi State.

This project was sponsored by His Excellency, the Governor of Kogi State, Alh. Usman Ahmed Ododo, in conjunction with TaProot Agro-Allied Ltd.

The Upland Rice (Faro 59 variety) was planted on the 19th of February and reached maturity 2 ½ months later, confirming the acclaimed short maturity duration with high-quality yield.