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Burkina Faso launches $435 million irrigation plan to boost food self-sufficiency

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 9
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The Ministry of Agriculture in Burkina Faso presented a dry-season emergency plan, which was ordered by Ibrahim Traoré. The plan is valued at approximately US$435 million and aims to reduce the country's dependence on rainfall for farming. The short-term goals include establishing 750 boreholes nationwide by March 2027. The long-term strategy seeks to expand irrigated land from about 30,000 to 80,000 hectares by October 2027.

From riotimesonline.com

Why it matters

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The plan represents a major state effort by Burkina Faso to achieve food self-sufficiency. It involves significant investment in agricultural infrastructure, designed to stabilize food supply and reduce reliance on external aid.

From riotimesonline.com

Who's involved

  • Burkina FasoSovereign state implementing the national irrigation plan.
  • Ibrahim TraoréMilitary leader who ordered the presentation of the emergency plan.
  • President of Burkina FasoThe state leadership whose core economic policy is defined by the national mandate.

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Possible knock-on effects

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  • RICESpeculative

    Rice supply might be boosted due to the significant increase in agricultural capacity.

  • International Fund for Agricultural DevelopmentSpeculative

    The International Fund for Agricultural Development could align its funding scope with the increased agricultural restoration needs.

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