The situation in Bula, Akko Local Government Area, Gombe State is indeed dire for tomato and pepper farmers. The dramatic drop in prices—90% for tomatoes and 68% for scotch bonnet peppers—reflects a common problem in agriculture where seasonal surpluses can lead to severe financial losses for producers.
The call for government and private sector intervention is crucial. Establishing processing facilities and storage solutions could help stabilize prices by reducing post-harvest losses and allowing farmers to store surplus produce for leaner periods. This approach could also create a more sustainable value chain, ultimately benefiting both farmers and consumers.
