Maar a nwòo long, kàt tap ɓaa yàa ndang.

Farming is a wealth snake, so seize it by the tail.

The original proverb points at the lucrativeness of farming which should be embraced. With options provided by contemporary realities, the postproverbial draws attention to over-dependence on farming without alternatives; it seems to caution: “Do not be over-ambitious about farming as it sometimes fails”.

• Postproverbial: Maar a cìnbuu, parmée ɗáng a se.
  Translation: Farming is a risk, someday you benefit.
  

Nigeria (Mwaghavul)

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