Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has commended the revitalised Taraba State Green House project, describing it as a game-changer in Nigeria’s fight against hunger.
Speaking during the North East Governors’ Forum summit in Jalingo on Friday, Zulum said the project, popularly known as the “Cucumber Farm”, offers a model for sustainable food production and employment creation across the country.
“The Taraba Green House is not just a farm; it is a solution to hunger. With this initiative, we can produce food all year round, empower our youth, and make our region self-reliant,” Zulum said.
The project, recently revived by the Taraba State Government, uses climate-resilient technology to produce vegetables such as cucumbers, green peppers, and tomatoes throughout the year. In July 2025, it recorded its first major harvest through soilless, compost-based farming techniques, yielding bumper crops of green peppers and cucumbers.
Beyond boosting food supply, the N2 billion project has already employed over 200 youths, while also serving as a training hub for students and young farmers. According to officials, the initiative is designed to strengthen agribusiness in Taraba, improve livelihoods, and encourage modern farming practices in the North East.
The development comes at a time when rising costs of farm inputs have raised concerns about looming food shortages in Nigeria. The North East Governors’ Forum, chaired by Zulum, has repeatedly warned of the threat posed by limited access to fertilizers, seeds, and other inputs.
With its advanced greenhouse technology and all-year farming potential, the Taraba Green House is being positioned as a model that could be replicated across the country to address Nigeria’s food security challenges.