By Jamesetta D Williams
Monrovia , Liberia has taken another step toward strengthening its agricultural sector with the successful convening of the first Steering Committee Meeting of the Soils4Liberia Project, held on April 29 at the Ministry of Agriculture in Monrovia.
The meeting brought together top government officials and international development partners to set the direction for the implementation of the project, which focuses on improving soil information systems and supporting sustainable agricultural practices across the country.
The session was presided over by the Minister of Agriculture, Dr. J. Alexander Nuetah, while the European Union Delegation to Liberia co-led the engagement through Green Team Leader Gilles Matayron and Programmes Officer for Agriculture Antonio Di Clemente. The European Union is providing funding support of €4 million under the broader Peers to Peers (P2P) program, which is valued at €22 million.
The gathering created a platform for key stakeholders to discuss coordination strategies and strengthen oversight for effective project delivery.
Institutions represented included the Central Agricultural Research Institute (CARI), through its Director General Dr. Arthur B. Karnuah, as well as the University of Liberia’s College of Agriculture and Forestry, represented by Dean Prof. Leroy Cegbe.
Participants emphasized the importance of building a reliable soil and land data system that can guide farmers, researchers, and policymakers in making informed decisions.
The initiative is expected to improve productivity, enhance research capacity, and support long-term food security goals in Liberia.
The Soils4Liberia Project, also known as the Liberia Land and Soil Resources Knowledge Project, is widely seen as a strategic intervention aimed at modernizing the country’s agricultural sector and promoting evidence-based planning.
Officials expressed optimism that the project will contribute significantly to a more resilient and sustainable food system, benefiting farmers and communities nationwide.
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