MY OWN OPINION: Theft of any crop from the owner of the crop,from small patch to big estate should be dealt with very strictly and those who commit criminal acts such as this should be punished severely,It is also vital that a cultural change in this aspect should be given by "sensitisation" in an addition to an enhanced widespread education programme,designed to bring about attitudinal change in the Gambian population.
"Jammeh noted that agriculture would always be his priority, because the problem that was hampering this sector is dishonestly and laziness and an unpatriotic workforce which managed the projects.
He commended the Gambian farmers for their hard work and commitment to national development, particularly the women of the country.
According to President Jammeh, his last presidential tour has shown him the reality of how wickedness can retard development in a Third World country.
The attitude of those project officers, those in the field, did not serve as an inspiration to farmers, especially the field workers who should inspire farmers.
The Gambia leader spoke to the Gambian people regarding the need for collective efforts to take agriculture seriously in this country."
Agriculture & THEFT of crops.
Posted - 13 Oct 2014 : 14:56:23
