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
FG moves to reform agric insurance architecture
The Federal Government has commenced a major overhaul of Nigeria’s agricultural insurance framework following a strategic partnership between
Manufacturing, agric sector face up to 60% in interest rates
Manufacturers and operators across Nigeria’s productive sectors, including agriculture and food processing, are facing lending rates of up
FG moves to reform agric insurance architecture
The Federal Government has commenced a major overhaul of Nigeria’s agricultural insurance framework following a
Manufacturing, agric sector face up to 60% in interest rates
Manufacturers and operators across Nigeria’s productive sectors, including agriculture and food processing, are facing lending
Fed Govt rolls out 2,000 tractors to kick start agric mechanisation
The Federal Government has launched the deployment of 2,000 tractors alongside more than 9,000 precision
FG set to accelerate ranching policy for livestock development – Minister
Nigeria’s Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, has announced plans to accelerate implementation of
Tinubu pledges boost for agriculture, vows to crush banditry, terrorism
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has pledged accelerated agricultural development alongside a renewed offensive against banditry
‘Nigerians should reimagine agriculture as engine of future work’
Nigeria’s pathway to sustainable job creation, inclusive growth and long-term national resilience lies in deliberately
FG moves to end blanket fertiliser application
The Federal Government has commenced the validation process of a Harmonised Fertiliser Manual as part
FG urges engineering focus to tackle food insecurity
The Federal Government has reaffirmed that engineering-led solutions are central to achieving Nigeria’s food security,
Reps to probe non-release of N174b AfDB, JICA agric loan
Nigeria’s House of Representatives has initiated a probe into the non-release of about N174.25 billion