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
NDDC splashes N60m on rice farmers to boost production
In a bid to enhance rice production and promote agribusiness in the Niger Delta, the Niger Delta Development
FG to clear 500 hectares of land for ranching in Benue – Minister
The Federal Government has announced plans to clear 500 hectares of land in Benue State to facilitate ranching
NDDC splashes N60m on rice farmers to boost production
In a bid to enhance rice production and promote agribusiness in the Niger Delta, the
NALDA’s 10-year plan to optimise 5m hectares in five years
In a significant step toward transforming Nigeria’s agricultural sector, the National Agricultural Land Development Authority
FG to clear 500 hectares of land for ranching in Benue – Minister
The Federal Government has announced plans to clear 500 hectares of land in Benue State
Women break barrier in livestock, crop production
Women crop farmers and pastoralists in Benue State are actively challenging socio-economic barriers to improve
Irrigation: Niger rice farmers record bumper harvest
Farmers in Niger State, particularly in Katcha, Lapai, Wushishi, and Gbako Local Government Areas (LGAs),
Minister calls for creation of livestock colleges, charges ARCN to drive innovation
The Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, has urged the Agricultural Research Council of
NSPRI empowers agri-preneurs to drive job creation, postharvest loss reduction
In a strategic move to reduce postharvest losses and promote agribusiness sustainability, the Nigerian Stored
Cocoa farmers seek more FG’s support for climate-smart agriculture
Cocoa farmers across Nigeria have urged the federal and state governments to strengthen support for
ACReSAL raises financial hope for irrigation farmers
The Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscape (ACReSAL) project, backed by the World Bank, has finalized