President Bio Visits Rokupr Research Center to Promote Feed Salone Agenda
Umu Bah President Julius Maada Bio has reaffirmed his government’s commitment to agricultural transformation during a visit to the Rokupr Agricultural Research Center (SLAR) in Kambia District, emphasizing the importance of local food production under his Feed Salone project.
Accompanied by First Lady Fatima Maada Bio, the President engaged with farmers and experts, encouraging stronger national initiatives to boost food cultivation and self-sufficiency.
The visit underscored the administration’s drive to transform the agricultural sector as a pathway to long-term development and economic sustainability.
In his address, President Bio urged stakeholders across the agricultural industry to play an active role in advancing the national food security agenda.
Following the engagement, the President and First Lady toured the research facility, meeting with scientists and technical staff working to enhance crop productivity and farming techniques across Sierra Leone.
The Rokupr Agricultural Research Center continues to play a vital role in agricultural innovation, supporting the Feed Salone initiative through research and technological advancement. 