SALALA DISTRICT, Bong County – The Tumutu Agricultural Educational Training Center in Salala District, Bong County, is set to officially resume full operations on June 20, 2026, following extensive renovations aimed at restoring one of Liberia’s key vocational and agricultural training institutions.
The reopening marks a significant step in the government’s efforts to empower young people through skills development and agricultural education, while fulfilling a commitment made by Youth and Sports Minister Atty. Cornelia Wonkerleh Kruah during her nationwide assessment tour earlier this year.
During her visit to the institution, Minister Kruah pledged to restore and reopen the center to provide young Liberians with renewed access to quality vocational and agricultural training opportunities.
After a period of inactivity, the facility is now prepared to welcome a new cohort of students as part of efforts to strengthen Liberia’s agricultural sector by equipping young people with practical knowledge and technical expertise.
Speaking ahead of the reopening, the center’s Director, Prince Kromah, said all major preparations have been completed to ensure the successful resumption of training activities.
“The institution is ready to provide comprehensive agricultural and vocational training that meets the demands of today’s agricultural industry,” Kromah said.
According to him, trainees will receive instruction in several disciplines, including crop production, livestock management, agribusiness, sustainable farming techniques, general agriculture, farm machinery operations, and computer studies.
The center is targeting an initial enrollment of 200 students and aims to produce a new generation of skilled agricultural practitioners and entrepreneurs capable of contributing to national economic growth and food security.
Kromah acknowledged that student recruitment remains one of the institution’s immediate challenges but disclosed that the Ministry of Youth and Sports has already awarded 75 scholarships to prospective students. He added that discussions are ongoing with development partners to secure additional scholarship opportunities and support for trainees.
He further revealed that the center’s classrooms and dormitories have been fully renovated and are ready for use, while final improvements on other facilities are nearing completion.
The director called on community leaders, parents, and stakeholders across the region to encourage young people to enroll and take advantage of the opportunities available at the institution.
“The future of Liberia’s agriculture depends on investing in our young people and equipping them with the practical skills needed to transform the sector,” Kromah emphasized.
The reopening of the Tumutu Agricultural Educational Training Center forms part of the Ministry of Youth and Sports’ broader strategy to revitalize vocational and agricultural education nationwide and expand opportunities for youth empowerment.
Officials believe the center will help address critical skills shortages in the labor market while promoting entrepreneurship, innovation, and self-reliance among young people, particularly those from Bong, Margibi, and Nimba Counties.
In addition to developing a skilled agricultural workforce, the institution is expected to advance sustainable farming practices and contribute to increased agricultural productivity across the region.
For decades, the Tumutu Agricultural Educational Training Center has served as an important hub for youth development and community empowerment. With renewed government support and upgraded facilities, the institution is expected to play an even greater role in preparing young Liberians to drive economic growth, strengthen food security, and support national development.
The reopening of Tumutu represents more than the restoration of a training institution; it signals a renewed investment in Liberia’s youth, agriculture, and future prosperity.
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