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Federal Government to Establish New Grazing Reserve in Gombe State

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The Federal Government, in collaboration with the state government of Gombe, is set to establish a new grazing reserve in the Nono district of the Yalmatu/Deba Local Government Area. The reserve, estimated to be 100-hectares in size, will feature state-of-the-art facilities including solar and motorized boreholes, clinics for both humans and animals, a milk collection center, and a hay growing field for animal feeds. The establishment of this reserve aims to consolidate gains from the national livestock transformation program and bolster livestock production in the state.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Federal Government, in collaboration with the Gombe state government, will establish a new 100-hectare grazing reserve in Nono district of Yalmatu/Deba Local Government Area.
  • The reserve will feature facilities such as solar and motorized boreholes, clinics, a milk collection center, and a hay growing field for animal feeds.
  • The establishment of this reserve aims to consolidate gains from the national livestock transformation program.
  • Plans have reached an advanced stage to commence vaccination of livestock in the state.
  • Chairman of Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association, Modibbo Yahaya, has acknowledged the welfare support provided by Governor Inuwa Yahaya to his members.
  • The establishment of this reserve is seen as a step in the right direction by herders in Gombe State.
  • Chairman Modibbo Yahaya has requested expedited action toward inaugurating facilities at Wawa-Zange grazing reserve.

Statistics:

  • The size of the new grazing reserve is estimated to be 100 hectares.
  • The reserve will feature 100% solar-powered and motorized boreholes for water supply.
  • The reserve will have a milk collection center for the processing and distribution of milk.

Sources:

  • "FG to establish grazing reserve in Akko LG," [Guardian](https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&ved=2ahUKEwiW6bGI-6j5AhVndIkEHQveCTkQFnoECAMQAQ&url=https%3A%2F%2Fguardian.ng%2Fnews%2Ffg-to-establish-grazing-reserve-in-akko-lg%2F&usg=AOvVaw3-t2_fravsMq2R5jOHhfMX) (date not specified).
  • "FG to establish grazing reserve in Taraba State," [Leadership](https://leadership.ng/news/2022/02/24/fg-to-establish-grazing-reserve-in-taraba-state/), February 24, 2022.

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