Institute trains 100 on opportunities in mushroom, tomato value chain
The National Horticultural Research Institute (NIHORT), in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, conducted training for 100 women and youth on opportunities within the mushroom and tomato value chain. The initiative
Consumers Fear Further Crisis As Prices Of Foodstuffs Continue To Rise
The steep rise in food prices, with inflation rates reaching about 30%, has sparked widespread concern among citizens in Nigeria. Essential commodities like millet, rice, and maize have seen significant price hikes, raising fears of
How rising inflation pushes up prices of food, agro commodities
Experts warn Nigerians to prepare for tougher times ahead as inflation continues to rise, making goods and services increasingly unaffordable. The latest inflation report from the National Bureau of Statistics shows a significant increase in
Foundation launches initiative to promote good governance, sustainable agriculture
The Clement Isong Foundation has launched an initiative to empower community champions in budget monitoring and tracking to promote good governance and sustainable agricultural practices. Over 36 projects across various local councils were tracked through
Don’t be misled by ethnic jingoists on Okitipupa oil palm, group tasks Aiyedatiwa
Ikale Vanguard for Peace and Justice has warned Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, against being influenced by ethnic and opportunistic factions seeking to exploit his administration. This caution follows a call by the National Union
Traders, Consumers Worried Over Unstable Prices Of Grains In Taraba
In Taraba State, consumers and grain dealers are concerned about the consistently rising prices of grains. Prices have increased significantly since the beginning of the harvest season. For example, a 100kg bag of maize rose
AGRO SOLUTIONS: Tech For Accurate Complex Cattle Disease Diagnostics Imminent
Researchers are testing new compact equipment to diagnose pathogens quickly and accurately in livestock. Dr. Anatoliy Trokhymchuk, Chief Scientific Officer at Prairie Diagnostic Services in Saskatoon, Canada, highlighted the potential of rapid test tools for
Lagos requires N50b to produce 100,000MT of paddy rice
The Lagos State Government aims to boost rice paddy production, targeting 100,000 tonnes this year, requiring N50 billion in investment. Dr. Oluwarotimi Fashola, Special Adviser on Agriculture, outlined plans to achieve this goal, citing increased
Firm Seeks Capacity Building To Enhance Dairy Industry
Samuel Akinrimisi, Deputy Marketing Director at CWay Food and Beverages, emphasized that Nigeria’s dairy industry has significant growth potential, contingent on increased investment in capacity building and modern technology. Speaking at the launch of the
In Nasarawa, 200 youths and women receive inputs to start poultry farms.
About 200 youth and women in Nasarawa State have benefited from NALDA’s Home Grown Poultry Program, receiving startup kits including bird cages, birds, and feed. The initiative aims to empower participants in agribusiness, increase incomes,
Nigerian farmers challenge anti-GMO claims with real-life experiences
As Nigerian farmers grapple with rising production costs, climate change, and food insecurity, calls for
Firm strengthens national protein security
In a strategic move aimed at enhancing food security and transforming Nigeria’s agricultural sector, Amo
FG, Niger sign agreement to engage 100,000 youth in agriculture
In a landmark initiative aimed at addressing food security and youth unemployment, the Federal Ministry
Nigeria close to achieving food security – Minister
The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to ensuring that every Nigerian has access to
Niger govt, NALDA partner to engage 100,000 youths in agriculture
In a strategic move to boost food security and youth employment, the Niger State Government,
NAPRI to hatch 20,000 ShikaBrown parent-stock day-old chicks
The National Animal Production Research Institute (NAPRI), Shika, Zaria, is set to enhance Nigeria’s poultry
Ondo govt outlines initiatives to boost food production
The Ondo State government has reinforced its commitment to boosting food production and agribusiness development
Sierra Leone President, Makinde call for revolution in Africa’s agricultural sector
The drive to revolutionize Africa’s agricultural sector gained momentum as President Julius Maada Bio of
AfDB, PAFO partner to ease smallholder farmers’ access to finance
The African Development Bank (AfDB) and the Pan-African Farmers Organisation (PAFO) have partnered to tackle