The Assistant Minister for Agriculture and Rural and Maritime Development, Jale Sigarara presented backyard gardening packages to 50 farmers of Lami and Suvavou village which included seedlings of Eggplant and Tomato, seeds of Long bean, Maize, Cowpea and Okra, Coboi plant, 2 kg Teitei blend and a guide for gardeners.
Sigarara encouraged the villagers to practice backyard gardening in their various communities as it will improve their physical fitness and helps maintain a healthy lifestyle.