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New farm road opens market access

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  • A new 10-kilometer farm road costing $460,000 has opened in Macuata, Fiji, improving market access for over 200 farmers.
  • The Nubunisoqosoqo Farm Road in Dogotuki aims to enhance transport and boost agricultural productivity.
  • The project is expected to create economic opportunities, improve livelihoods, and encourage future agricultural investment.

Over 200 farmers in Macuata, Fiji, now have significantly improved access to markets following the completion of a new $460,000 farm road. The 10-kilometer Nubunisoqosoqo Farm Road, located in Dogotuki, was officially opened this week under the Ministry of Rural and Maritime Development’s Rural Outer Island Development Programme.

This crucial infrastructure project provides safer and more reliable transport links for farmers in the Dogotuki, Udu, and Cikobia areas. It will facilitate the movement of their agricultural produce to markets and the transport of essential farming supplies.

Minister for Rural and Maritime Development, Mosese Bulitavu, highlighted the importance of enhanced rural infrastructure in fostering economic opportunities and improving the quality of life for residents. The government anticipates that the new road will not only boost agricultural productivity but also stimulate future investment in the sector and support the growth of small businesses within the region.

better rural infrastructure is key to creating economic opportunities and improving livelihoods.

— Mosese BulitavuMinister for Rural and Maritime Development, explaining the project's significance.
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