PORT — GENTIL, Gabon – In a bid to evaluate the agricultural sector firsthand, the Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, and Rural Development, Pacôme Kossy, embarked on a field visit to Port-Gentil, the provincial capital of Ogooué-Maritime in Western Gabon, on April 11, 2026. The tour, which included inspections of four agricultural and avicultural farms, was a precursor to the upcoming visit by the head of state. Kossy’s visit was a testament to his commitment to understanding the challenges faced by local farmers.
During the tour, the minister visited Blevi Farm, Agrotropic, the agropastoral area (formerly IGAD), and the Favom livestock site. The Agence Gabonaise de Presse noted that Kossy expressed satisfaction with the local initiatives, highlighting “very good things “observed in both agriculture and horticulture. The discussions with producers provided insights into the difficulties associated with sandy soils, limited access to fertilizers, and mechanization issues.
Acknowledging that there are no one — size-fits-all solutions, Kossy emphasized the need for collective efforts to address the specific challenges of each context. He suggested potential solutions such as organic fertilizer production and the use of tractors recently provided to the province. The minister also commended the involvement of young people in these sectors, viewing it as a crucial driver of development. He encouraged the Gabonese youth to invest more in agro-pastoral sectors, emphasizing the role of the state in creating a conducive environment for development, while noting that the growth of these activities largely depends on the dynamism of the private sector.
The visit was well — received by the farmers, with Aliou Diop, owner of Blevi Farm, expressing gratitude for the authorities’interest in their activities. Blevi Farm, specializing in egg and poultry production, boasts a capacity of nearly 1,500 laying hens, producing around 1,200 eggs daily and four tons of broiler chickens annually. However, the farm faces significant challenges, including food shortages, limited availability of chicks, and a lack of qualified personnel, which hinder its ambition to increase production significantly.
Source: Agpgabon
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