IFAJ President visit to Liberia, strengthening agricultural journalism ties

President, International Federation of Agricultural Journalists (IFAJ), Steve Werblow, has concluded a successful four-day visit to Liberia as a special guest of the Liberia Agricultural and Environmental Journalists Network (LAEJN).

The visit aimed to strengthen collaboration between agricultural journalists in Liberia and their global counterparts, foster dialogue on agricultural issues, and promote the critical role of agricultural journalism in sustainable development and food security.

During his visit, Werblow held high-level meetings with government officials, including Liberia’s Minister of Agriculture, Hon. J. Alexander Nuetah.

The discussions focused on improving agricultural practices, promoting sustainable farming, and highlighting the importance of informed reporting on agriculture to boost the sector’s growth and development. Minister Nuetah emphasized the significance of enhancing agricultural production and ensuring food security in Liberia, commending the role of agricultural journalists in disseminating accurate and timely information.

The IFAJ President also participated in a one-day agricultural journalism seminar organized by LAEJN, which brought together journalists, agriculture NGOs, and other stakeholders to discuss the current state of agriculture in Liberia, challenges facing the sector, and growth opportunities.

The seminar covered topics such as agricultural reporting, the use of technology in journalism, and effective communication of scientific research to a wider audience.

Journalists from across the country participated in the training, which was well-received by attendees eager to enhance their skills and improve their coverage of the agricultural sector.

The visit concluded with a call for continued collaboration between Liberia’s agricultural journalists and international organizations like IFAJ.

The IFAJ President expressed hope that the strong partnerships formed during this visit would lay the foundation for future initiatives supporting sustainable agricultural development in Liberia and across Africa.

LAEJN National Coordinator Estelle K. Liberty described the visit as a significant milestone for agricultural journalism in Liberia, providing a unique platform to engage with international experts and strengthen networks.