Gombe rice farmers laud FG, seek production support
Farmers in Difa Community, located in Yamaltu Deba Local Government Area of Gombe State, have expressed their gratitude for the Federal Government’s support to agriculture in the region. In separate...
View ArticleKaduna distributes free implements, fertilisers, others to farmers
The Kaduna State government has commenced the distribution of free agricultural implements and inputs to cooperative groups, to enhance all year-round farming across the state. The post Kaduna...
View ArticleExploring potential of Malay apple’s cultivation
For all prospective and existing farmers willing to explore new farming experience and investment opportunities in agribusiness, Malay apple holds a great promise – health and economic advantages for...
View ArticleAfDB, IITA sign $27m agreement to enhance food security, climate resilience
The African Development Bank (AfDB) has said the Technologies for African Agricultural Transformation (TAAT) Programme is not just an initiative, but an effort aimed at enhancing food security,...
View ArticleBenue, FACAN move to control prices of agric produce
The Benue State Government is partnering with the Federation of Agricultural Commodity Associations of Nigeria (FACAN) on pricing of agricultural commodities in the state. Mr. Donald Akule, Managing...
View ArticleHEDA reaffirms commitment to advance smallholder farmers livelihood
The Human and Environmental Development Agenda (HEDA Resource Centre) has reaffirmed its commitment to advocating policies and practices that promote the livelihood, health, and well-being of...
View ArticleWIMA moves to ease women farmers’ access to mechanisation
A group, Women in Mechanised Agriculture Association (WIMA), has unveiled an agribusiness model to provide women-friendly agricultural equipment for women farmers across the country. The post WIMA...
View ArticleMaximising potential of local chicken farming
At a time like this, when high cost of feed, dwindling purchasing power and other challenges are forcing many poultry farmers out of business; there is a new vista of hope for ‘chicken lovers’ and...
View ArticleWood ash is antidote to low crop yields, soil health, say farmers
For all crops farmers, especially those into vegetable cultivation, there is a dose of good news: incorporation of wood ashes during cultivationto enhance productivity. The post Wood ash is antidote to...
View ArticleKACRAN urges Tinubu to expedite action on livestock development plan in North
The National President, Kulen Allah Cattle Rearers Association of Nigeria (KACRAN), Khalil Mohammed Bello, has urged President Bola Tinubu to expedite the livestock development plans in the North. The...
View ArticleNigeria Food Summit 2025: Shaping future of Nigeria’s culinary, agriculture...
The organisers of Nigeria Food Summit (NFS) 2025 have expressed optimism that this year’s edition will redefine the food sector and elevate it to global recognition. The post Nigeria Food Summit 2025:...
View ArticleOyo trains 1,950 farmers in agricultural enterprises
The Oyo State government has commenced a capacity-building programme for 1,950 farmers across the 33 local councils in the state, as part of its continued efforts in ensuring food security. The post...
View ArticleNDDC trains Abia youths in rice farming
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has launched a rice farming training program for youths in Abia State aimed at enhancing food security in the Niger Delta region. The training, themed...
View ArticleElite Pillar unveils Heritage Farm City, a game-changer for agribusiness
Elite Pillar International Limited, a leading real estate development company, has officially launched its first agro-development project, Heritage Farm City, to the general public. Located off FUNAAB...
View ArticleAt NFS 2025, stakeholders set agenda to reposition Nigeria’s cuisine on...
Stakeholders at the Nigeria Food Summit (NFS) 2025 have emphasised the need for urgent innovation, collaboration and harnessing the full potential of the country’s local flavours and agricultural...
View ArticleNigeria introduces new crop standards as 30% children face Vitamin A deficiency
Nigeria has introduced two new standards for the release of biofortified crops as part of efforts to combat micronutrient deficiencies, particularly Vitamin A deficiency, which affects about 30 per...
View ArticleWIMA moves to provide women-friendly agricultural equipment
A group, Women in Mechanised Agriculture Association (WIMA), has unveiled an agribusiness model to provide women-friendly agricultural equipment for women farmers across the country. The post WIMA...
View ArticleHEDA reaffirms commitment to smallholder women farmers livelihood
The Human and Environmental Development Agenda (HEDA Resource Centre) has reaffirmed its commitment to advocating policies and practices that promote the livelihood, health, and well-being of...
View ArticleTracTrac to help smallholder farmers access equipment
Despite the huge potential of agriculture as a major driver of the country’s economy, only 16 per cent of smallholder farmers have access to mechanised equipment, hindered by high costs, limited...
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