Unlocking Africa’s Agricultural Potential: The Impacts of Increased Agribusiness Investment
Africa’s agricultural sector is on the cusp of a transformational period, with the World Bank predicting a surge in agribusiness investment in the coming years. This development presents a host of opportunities and challenges for
ISP set to boost agriculture for economic growth
The proposed formation of the Incorporated Society of Planters (ISP) in Nigeria aims to accelerate economic diversification and growth through the agriculture sector. Spearheaded by Foremost Development Services Limited and Agrinexus Group of Companies, the
Electronic soil that can enhance crop growth by 50% developed by scientists
Scientists at Linkoping University in Sweden have developed an electrically conductive “”soil”” called eSoil, which stimulates significant growth in crops, particularly barley seedlings, by up to 50% within 15 days. This innovation, known as hydroponics,
Why Prices Of Unpasteurized Milk Differ In Northern States
The prices of raw milk in Nigeria exhibit significant regional variations, with higher prices observed in the North East and North Central regions. These differences are influenced by several factors, including seasonal fluctuations and geographical
FG Secures N65bn Loan For Dry Season Crop Production, Meets Stakeholders
The Federal Government of Nigeria has secured a N65 billion loan from the African Development Bank to enhance agricultural productivity, focusing on staple food crops in both dry and wet seasons. The initiative, under the
Dry Season Farmers Switch To Solar Water Pumping Engines
In Taraba State, dry season farmers are transitioning to solar and gas-powered water pumping engines, moving away from traditional diesel and petrol engines. This shift is driven by the lower operational costs of solar and
Obudu Cattle Ranch Can Sustain Cross River In Beef, Dairy Products If Revived – Expert
Mr. Simon Ogbaji, an agricultural expert in Cross River, emphasized the potential of the Obudu Cattle Ranch to sustain beef and dairy production if revived. In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN),
50 Lagos Residents Assisted With 1,000 Noiler Birds
The Lagos State Government, in collaboration with Amo Farm Sieberer Hatchery Limited, has initiated a program to empower 50 residents with 1,000 Noiler birds, aiming to enhance nutrition and combat food insecurity and poverty. Selected
Niger State partner Bayer AG for Sustainable Agriculture
Governor Umaru Bago of Niger State, along with his team, has met with Matthias Berninger, Senior Vice President of Bayer AG, in New York to discuss a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing the agricultural sector
Benue gears up for agricultural transformation with Alia Palm’s ‘Farm Hall’ series
The Alia Palm Project (APP) has launched ‘Farm Hall’ sensitizations in Makurdi, Benue, starting with the unveiling of the Tenera Palm. Mr. Alex Addingi, Special Adviser to the Benue State Governor on International Investment, and
Kwara lawmaker unveils subsidised tractor scheme for farmers
As part of a growing wave of grassroots agricultural interventions, Senator Saliu Mustapha of Kwara Central Senatorial District
Food security: FG disburses N12bn, reclaims northern farmland
As part of a broad strategy to bolster food security and climate resilience, the Federal Government of Nigeria
Kwara lawmaker unveils subsidised tractor scheme for farmers
As part of a growing wave of grassroots agricultural interventions, Senator Saliu Mustapha of Kwara
Food security: FG disburses N12bn, reclaims northern farmland
As part of a broad strategy to bolster food security and climate resilience, the Federal
FG signs financing pact for $158m value chain programme in Northern Nigeria
The Federal Government of Nigeria, in partnership with the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD),
BATN supports varsity graduates with agribusiness grants
In a strategic move to accelerate youth-led innovation in agriculture, the British American Tobacco Nigeria
RHI: Senator Oluremi Tinubu empowers 300 individuals in agriculture
In a targeted effort to address food insecurity, poverty, and unemployment, the First Lady of
OCP-Africa returns to Bauchi fields for soil testing, fertiliser production
The Bauchi State Government has reignited its partnership with OCP Africa, a global leader in
Food crisis may worsen without urgent investment
Timi Oke, CEO of AgroEknor and a leading voice in Nigeria’s agribusiness space, has issued
River basin authorities promise improved irrigation, agribusiness expansion
Nigeria’s River Basin Development Authorities (RBDAs) have declared a renewed commitment to expanding agricultural activities
Ghana, Nigeria seals strategic partnership on agriculture to boost food production
In a bid to enhance regional food security and scale up rice production, Ghana’s Minister