Govt unveils FCFA30.9 billion plan to build wheat industry

The Cameroonian government has announced the next steps in developing a domestic wheat industry. During a consultation workshop held in Yaoundé on June 24, 2026, stakeholders approved a three-year action plan led by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (Minader). Implementation is expected to begin in 2027, with the program carrying an estimated price tag of FCFA30.9 billion. The plan is designed to move wheat production beyond the pilot stage and establish a more structured value chain. It focuses on three priorities: producing certified seeds, supporting commercial wheat farmers, and developing storage, processing, and marketing infrastructure. The goal is…