Industries chimiques du Sénégal plans to expand farming support program

Industries Chimiques Du Sénégal (ICS) plans to increase the number of farmers supported by its agriculture program in Senegal from 100 to 500. Director General Mama Sougoufara announced the expansion during a visit to agricultural plots in the Bambey department.

The Programme des ICS pour le Soutien à l’Agriculture (PICSA) provides farmers with an integrated support system. Instead of only selling fertilizer, the company provides high-quality seeds, appropriate inputs, and local technical guidance to help farmers manage their activities.

For the 2026-2027 campaign, the company expanded the program to cover 11 administrative regions across five agroecological zones. The initiative supports both off-season crops like rice and vegetables, as well as rainy season crops. ICS aims to use its industrial and agronomic expertise to improve yields for family farms and help achieve Senegal's food sovereignty goals.