{"id":45199,"date":"2026-06-08T14:03:27","date_gmt":"2026-06-08T12:03:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.onecitizendaily.com\/?p=45199"},"modified":"2026-06-08T14:03:27","modified_gmt":"2026-06-08T12:03:27","slug":"farmers-call-for-support-to-boost-food-production","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.onecitizendaily.com\/index.php\/2026\/06\/08\/farmers-call-for-support-to-boost-food-production\/","title":{"rendered":"Farmers call for support to boost food production"},"content":{"rendered":"

By James Innocent<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u200eFarmers in Yei River County, Central Equatoria State, are appealing to the government and development partners for increased agricultural support to boost food production and help address rising food insecurity affecting many households across South Sudan.<\/p>\n

\u200eSpeaking at Morokindita Cooperative Society in Yei River County, Joseph Juma of the farmers said local farmers require financial assistance, farming tools, improved storage facilities, and better transport systems to increase production and reduce the high cost of food in local markets.<\/p>\n

\u200e”We need support in terms of funding, farming equipment, and transportation to help us produce more food and reach markets during harvest seasons,” Juma said.<\/p>\n

\u200eAccording to Juma, farmers continue to face numerous challenges, including crop pests and diseases; limited access to agricultural machinery such as tractors; and shortages of basic farming tools, including hoes and other cultivation equipment.<\/p>\n

\u200eHe explained that the cooperative consists of more than 30 members, the majority of whom are women, returnees from Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, and other vulnerable community members.<\/p>\n

The group has also established a Village Savings and Loan Association (VSLA) to provide members with access to small loans and financial support.<\/p>\n

\u200eAgricultural officials in Yei River County have expressed optimism about the current farming season despite ongoing challenges.<\/p>\n

\u200e\u200eEarlier this year, Yei River County Director of Agriculture Asiki Isaac stated that increased participation by farmers’ groups in agricultural activities could significantly improve food availability in the county.<\/p>\n

However, he acknowledged that transport difficulties, insecurity, pests, and limited access to capital continue to affect agricultural productivity.<\/p>\n

\u200eIsaac called upon the Ministry of Agriculture, humanitarian agencies, and livelihood partners to strengthen support for local farmers as a sustainable approach to combating hunger and improving food security.<\/p>\n

\u200eThe appeal comes at a time when South Sudan is facing a worsening food security situation. According to a joint assessment released in April 2026 by the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), the World Food Programme (WFP), and UNICEF, approximately 7.8 million people, representing 56 per cent of South Sudan’s population, are projected to experience acute food insecurity between April and July 2026.<\/p>\n

The report attributes the crisis to conflict, displacement, economic challenges, climate-related shocks, and reduced agricultural production.<\/p>\n

\u200eAgricultural experts say strengthening local food production remains critical to reducing dependence on food imports, stabilising market prices, and improving household resilience against hunger across South Sudan.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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