{"id":89196,"date":"2026-04-10T11:32:44","date_gmt":"2026-04-10T11:32:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/liberia\/all-news\/boakai-koung-commit-to-i-love-liberian-rice-initiative"},"modified":"2026-04-10T11:40:58","modified_gmt":"2026-04-10T11:40:58","slug":"boakai-koung-commit-to-i-love-liberian-rice-initiative","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/liberia\/all-news\/boakai-koung-commit-to-i-love-liberian-rice-initiative","title":{"rendered":"Boakai Koung Commit to I Love Liberian Rice Initiative"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Liberia. <\/strong><\/span>In a renewed push to confront the country\u2019s long-standing dependence on imported rice, President Joseph Nyuma Boakai and Vice President Jeremiah Koung have pledged support to a growing national campaign aimed at boosting domestic rice production and restoring confidence in locally grown food.<\/p>\n<p>The commitment came during high-level discussions at the Executive Mansion with Bishop Robert Bimba, Chief Executive Officer of the Community of Hope Agriculture Project (CHAP), who is spearheading the \u201cI Love Liberian Rice\u201d initiative\u2014a campaign designed to reposition local rice as both a symbol of national pride and a pillar of economic resilience.<\/p>\n<p>At the heart of the meeting was a shared recognition that the country\u2019s heavy reliance on imported rice\u2014its staple food\u2014poses significant economic and strategic risks. For decades, the country has spent millions of dollars annually importing rice, placing sustained pressure on scarce foreign exchange reserves while exposing the population to global price shocks.<\/p>\n<p>President Boakai, whose administration has consistently emphasized agriculture as a cornerstone of national development, described the initiative as timely and essential.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis is not just about food,\u201d the President noted. \u201cIt is about national pride, economic independence, and empowering our own people to feed the nation.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>He praised the quality and packaging of locally produced rice under the CHAP initiative, signaling a shift in perception that locally grown rice can compete with imported brands in both presentation and taste.<\/p>\n<p>Liberians\u2019 dependence on imported rice has deep historical roots, dating back to pre-war economic structures that favored importation over domestic production. Over time, this reliance has created a structural imbalance in the economy.<\/p>\n<p>The implications are far-reaching, especially draining foreign exchange, vulnerability to global market and neglect of local agriculture. Millions of U.S. dollars are spent annually on rice imports, weakening Liberia\u2019s currency position, while fluctuations in international rice prices directly impact local affordability. Domestic farmers struggle to compete with imported, often subsidized rice.<\/p>\n<p>This dynamic has not only limited rural economic growth but has also contributed to persistent poverty among farming communities.<\/p>\n<p><b>CHAP\u2019s Model: Scaling Local Production<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Bishop Robert Bimba outlined a practical pathway to reversing this trend through CHAP\u2019s expansion strategy, anchored on the System of Rice Intensification (SRI)\u2014an innovative farming method that increases yield while reducing water usage and input costs.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cOur goal is to demonstrate that Liberia can produce enough to feed itself,\u201d Bishop Bimba said. \u201cBut we need the right support\u2014land, infrastructure, and policy backing.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Central to his appeal was a request for the government to allocate swamp lands in Zubah Town and other agricultural zones, which are critical for large-scale rice cultivation.<\/p>\n<p>He also called for a deliberate policy shift to promote local rice consumption at official events and within government institutions.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIf we want Liberians to believe in Liberian rice, the government must lead by example,\u201d he emphasized.<\/p>\n<p>Vice President Koung has been tasked with working closely with CHAP to address land access challenges\u2014an issue that has long constrained agricultural expansion in Liberia.<\/p>\n<p>The move signals a broader policy alignment within the Boakai administration toward land accessibility for farmers, investment in modern farming techniques and promotion of local value chains.<\/p>\n<p>Observers say such coordination is critical if Liberia is to transition from subsistence farming to commercially viable agriculture.<\/p>\n<p>The initiative has also attracted support from international development partners, including Concern Worldwide and Welthungerhilfe, both of which have played key roles in supporting CHAP\u2019s operations.<\/p>\n<p>Their involvement underscores growing international confidence in Liberia\u2019s agricultural potential\u2014particularly in rice production, which remains central to food security strategies across West Africa.<\/p>\n<p>Experts argue that sustained investment in local rice production could yield multiple benefits such as reduced import bill, job creation, rural development and currency stability. It would help lower dependence on foreign rice markets, lead to expansion of farming, processing, and distribution chains, increased incomes for farmers and improved livelihoods, and reduced pressure on foreign exchange reserves<\/p>\n<p>More importantly, it would reposition agriculture as a viable economic driver rather than a subsistence activity.<\/p>\n<p>Despite these opportunities, challenges remain. Imported rice continues to dominate urban markets due to perceptions around quality, availability, and consistency. Overcoming this bias will require not just production increases, but also improved processing and packaging, strong marketing campaigns, and policy incentives favoring local products.<\/p>\n<p>The \u201cI Love Liberian Rice\u201d initiative seeks to address this gap by combining production with branding\u2014turning local rice into a product of national identity.<\/p>\n<p>For many observers, the government\u2019s endorsement of the initiative represents more than symbolic support\u2014it signals a potential shift in Liberia\u2019s development trajectory.<\/p>\n<p>If effectively implemented, the collaboration between government, local producers, and international partners could mark a decisive step toward food sovereignty.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis is about reclaiming our capacity,\u201d a senior agriculture official noted. \u201cLiberia has the land, the water, and the people. What we need now is the commitment\u2014and that is beginning to take shape.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>As Liberia grapples with economic pressures and global uncertainties, the success of initiatives like CHAP may well determine whether the country continues to import its staple\u2014or finally produces enough to feed itself.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Liberia<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Liberia. In a renewed push to confront the country\u2019s long-standing dependence on imported rice, President Joseph Nyuma Boakai and Vice President Jeremiah Koung have pledged support to a growing national campaign aimed at boosting domestic rice production and restoring confidence in locally grown food. 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