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Over 1,800 banana saplings distributed under ‘Faiykeyo’ programme

Over 1,800 banana saplings were distributed to 11 islands under the 'Faiykeyo' programme. The initiative aims to increase banana production by 50% by end of 2028 and reduce imports by 25%. The first phase distributed saplings and fertiliser to Women's Development Committees. Special areas will be designated for banana cultivation, and tissue culture from Fuvahmulah lab will provide shoots at discounted prices. Training and value-added methods will be introduced.