Agriculture in Kaura
Agriculture remains the backbone of Kaura's economy.
Agricultural Excellence
Farmers across Kaura cultivate maize, ginger, millet, sorghum, and groundnuts, while livestock rearing supports household income and local food supply chains.
Kaura Agro-Development Initiative (KADI)
KADI is a strategic program aimed at modernizing agriculture in Kaura by improving productivity, supporting agribusiness, and ensuring sustainability. The initiative provides farmers with:
- Access to modern farming techniques
- Irrigation systems
- Storage facilities
- Financial support
- Agricultural extension services
Kaura Agro-Development Company (KADCO)
As the commercial and implementation arm of KADI, KADCO is responsible for:
- Creating market linkages
- Facilitating agro-processing
- Driving large-scale agricultural investments
- Enabling value addition through processing facilities
- Ensuring better market access for farmers
Major Crops in Kaura
Maize
A staple crop cultivated widely across Kaura communities.
Ginger
A key cash crop in Southern Kaduna with strong market value.
Livestock Rearing
Cattle, goats, sheep, and poultry support household livelihoods across Kaura.