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
Govt urged on farmer-focused reform
Chief Executive Officer of Niji Foods, Kolawole Adeniji, has urged the Federal Government to implement urgent, farmer-focused reforms
Nigeria can earn $100b yearly from agric
Nigeria has the potential to generate over $100 billion annually from agricultural exports while engaging less than 4%
Govt urged on farmer-focused reform
Chief Executive Officer of Niji Foods, Kolawole Adeniji, has urged the Federal Government to implement
Nigeria can earn $100b yearly from agric
Nigeria has the potential to generate over $100 billion annually from agricultural exports while engaging
Input costs, storage to shape Nigeria’s agriculture in 2026
Nigeria’s agricultural sector is heading into 2026 with a cautiously mixed outlook as anticipated reductions
FG earmarks N2.3trn for agriculture, technology in 2026
The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced plans to allocate N2.3 trillion to the Ministries
FG begins mass agricultural settlements project
The Federal Government of Nigeria has taken a bold step toward reshaping rural development and
Nigeria must train farmers to boost farm yields, reduce food waste – Arzikin Noma MD
Nigeria’s agricultural sector continues to rely heavily on smallholder farmers for staple grain production, particularly
Industrialising agriculture: Enhancing national economies and sub-national entities
Nigeria’s agricultural sector expanded by 3.79% in Q3 2025, contributing N30.5 trillion to GDP in
Investor confidence lifts agro-sector to N30.5tn output
According to the National Bureau of Statistics, Nigeria’s agricultural sector recorded a growth rate of
Kogi L-PRES to construct climate smart abattoir, five model slaughter houses
The Kogi Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Project (Kogi L-PRES) has secured approval to conduct