Bomborokuy: Gardening activities are in full swing in Bomborokuy, Koosin Province, where vegetable farmers are fully engaged in developing their arable land. This period is considered favorable by the gardeners, thanks to the relative availability of water and pleasant weather conditions.
According to Burkina Information Agency, from the early hours of the morning, men, women, and young people are busy tending their garden plots. Watering cans in hand, they carefully cultivate a variety of crops such as tomatoes, onions, cabbage, lettuce, peppers, and eggplants.
The farmers emphasize that gardening is an essential source of income and an effective way to combat food insecurity. The harvests from these gardens not only supply local markets but also provide for household consumption.
For Mr. Kevin Traore, a gardener in Bomborokuy, this activity is vital: "Gardening helps us a lot. With the sale of vegetables, we are able to provide for our families, pay for our children's schooling, and cover some daily expenses," he explained.
Local authorities and residents commend the farmers' commitment and call for increased support for the sector, particularly through inputs, irrigation equipment, and technical training, in order to further improve yields. In Bomborokuy, gardening has become a true driver of local development and a symbol of resilience for the communities.
Producers want more support in terms of access to water points in order to expand their cultivated areas.