Agriculture in Kajuru
Agriculture remains the backbone of Kajuru's economy.
Agricultural Excellence
Farmers across Kajuru cultivate maize, ginger, millet, sorghum, and groundnuts and rear livestock, supplying food and cash crops to Kaduna State and beyond. The LGA is agrarian-based, with food and cash crop production, livestock rearing, poultry trading, and crafts making serving as the bedrock of other economic activities.[reference:18]
Kajuru Agro-Development Initiative (KADI)
KADI is a strategic program aimed at modernizing agriculture in Kajuru 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
Kajuru 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 Kajuru
Maize
A staple crop cultivated widely across Kajuru communities.
Ginger
A major cash crop contributing to Kaduna State's ginger production.
Livestock Rearing
Cattle, goats, sheep, and poultry support household income across Kajuru.