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 rolls out agricultural reforms to tackle food insecurity — Minister
The Federal Government of Nigeria has intensified its agricultural transformation efforts with new reforms aimed at improving food
Cross River govt, Malaysia deepen agricultural ties to boost palm oil sector
Cross River State is set to deepen its agricultural cooperation with Malaysia in a renewed push to revive
FG rolls out agricultural reforms to tackle food insecurity — Minister
The Federal Government of Nigeria has intensified its agricultural transformation efforts with new reforms aimed
Cross River govt, Malaysia deepen agricultural ties to boost palm oil sector
Cross River State is set to deepen its agricultural cooperation with Malaysia in a renewed
Nigeria’s livestock sector poised for transformation with $2.5bn FDI deal
Nigeria is taking bold steps to transform its livestock sector with the launch of a
Flood: Women farmers demand policy reforms, land rights in Cross River
In the flood-hit communities of Abi and Biase Local Government Areas in Cross River State,
FG, Nestlé launch dairy technical skills development programme to close 1.7m MT milk demand
In a major step toward revitalizing Nigeria’s dairy sector, Nestlé Nigeria PLC and the Federal
NADF, GIZ unveil gender-inclusive, climate-smart financing plan to transform Nigerian agriculture
The National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF), in partnership with the German Development Cooperation (GIZ), has
Addressing climate change to boost crop, livestock production
A growing coalition of agricultural scientists, policymakers, technologists, and development actors gathered recently at a
Kogi L-PRES, CUSTECH to collaborate on commercialisation of pasture production
In a strategic move to strengthen livestock productivity and reduce resource-based conflicts, the Kogi State
Niger South: Senator Ndalikali distributes modern farm inputs to constituents
In a strategic move to bolster food security and stimulate rural economic development, Senator Peter