Agriculture in Kauru
Agriculture remains the backbone of Kauru's economy.
Agricultural Excellence
Farmers across Kauru cultivate maize, ginger, millet, sorghum, and groundnuts and rear livestock, supplying food and cash crops to Kaduna State and beyond.
Kauru Agro-Development Initiative (KADI)
KADI is a strategic program aimed at modernizing agriculture in Kauru 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
Kauru 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 Kauru
Maize
A staple crop cultivated widely across Kauru communities.
Ginger
A major cash crop contributing to Kaduna State's ginger production.
Livestock Rearing
Cattle, goats, sheep, and poultry support household income across Kauru.