The Bauchi Fertiliser Company Limited (BAFCO) has warned farmers in the state to beware of counterfeit fertilisers being sold in local markets ahead of the 2025 farming season.
In a statement released on Friday by BAFCO’s Public Relations Officer, Mr Rabiu Idris, the company’s Executive Chairman, Mr Kefas Magaji, expressed concern over the growing presence of fake fertilisers in circulation. He cautioned farmers against buying from unauthorised sources, stressing that the company has not yet released any product for the upcoming planting season.
“We have started producing NPK 20:10:10 fertiliser for 2025, but no stock has been released to the public yet,” Magaji said. “The official sales will only begin after a formal flag-off by His Excellency, Governor Bala Mohammed.”
He emphasized that the only accredited agency for selling BAFCO fertiliser is the Bauchi State Agricultural Supply Company (BASAC). “Any fertiliser bought outside BASAC is at the buyer’s risk,” he warned. “It could be counterfeit and harmful to crops.”
This alert comes amid recent seizures of fake agricultural inputs in Bauchi by the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) and the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC). These operations uncovered several batches of fake fertilisers and agrochemicals that could damage soil quality and reduce farmers’ harvests.
BAFCO said it remains committed to providing high-quality fertiliser for farmers in Bauchi and the surrounding areas. The company also thanked loyal customers for their continued trust and support.
“We are working to make sure genuine and effective fertilisers are available in time for the 2025 season,” Magaji added. “We urge farmers to stay alert, ask questions, and always buy from recognised outlets.”
The company advised anyone with questions or information regarding counterfeit fertiliser to reach out to its public relations office for assistance.
As the rainy season approaches and preparation for planting begins, the call for vigilance is especially important for smallholder farmers who rely heavily on fertiliser to increase their yields. The use of fake products could lead to serious losses and affect food supply across the state.
For more information or to report suspected fake fertiliser:
Contact BAFCO Public Relations Office at \[Insert Contact Information].
