Posts Tagged: #AgricultureNigeria
Aiyedatiwa approves $42m agricultural city project in Ondo community
The Ondo State Government has endorsed a major agricultural investment initiative expected to drive economic growth, enhance food security, and revive previously abandoned agricultural infrastructure. The project, led by KONIG Agriculture Ltd and supported by
FG promises quick wins from livestock investments, partnerships
The Federal Government of Nigeria has pledged that ongoing partnerships and investment commitments in the livestock sector will yield tangible results in the coming months, following the inauguration of the maiden National Council on Livestock
Sharp practices pushing us out of business–Poultry farmers
The Nigerian poultry industry, once considered a promising sector, is facing a growing crisis that threatens its sustainability. Farmers in Edo State have raised concerns over challenges ranging from high feed costs and market uncertainties
O-ORBDA, FUNAAB to collaborate on food production
The Ogun-Oshun River Basin Development Authority (O-ORBDA) and the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) have agreed to collaborate in advancing food security in Nigeria. This partnership was solidified during a courtesy visit by the
NADF to support gender-sensitive, climate-smart agriculture
The National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) has unveiled a groundbreaking framework designed to provide gender-sensitive and climate-smart financing solutions targeting women and youth in Nigeria’s agricultural sector. This strategic initiative aims to address long-standing challenges
Dangote, BUA, Flour Mills raise investments by 30% on opportunities
Leading manufacturers in Nigeria, including Dangote Group, BUA Group, and Flour Mills of Nigeria, raised their investments by nearly 30% in the first half of 2024. The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) reported that investment
How youths can make money from pineapple farming
Osemwonghogho Henry, a renowned pineapple farmer in Edo State, is urging Nigerian youths to seize the opportunities in pineapple farming, describing it as a highly profitable venture. Despite the challenges in the industry, particularly the
Otti flags off disbursement of over N900m interest-free agric empowerment loan to 298 farmers
Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has launched the disbursement of over N900 million in interest-free agric empowerment loans to 298 farmers who underwent training at CSS Farm in Nasarawa State. During the event at
Insecurity: Foundation advocates farmers/herders coexistence to shape agric future
The Foundation for Peace, Hope, and Conflict Management (FPHCM) has emphasized the urgent need for peaceful coexistence between farmers and herders as a solution to the ongoing conflicts threatening Nigeria’s agricultural sector. Rev. Fr. Prof.
Millions lost as Gombe tomato farmers struggle without storage facilities
Chima Azubuike highlights the struggles of tomato and pepper farmers in Bula, Gombe State, due to a lack of storage facilities. This issue not only threatens their livelihoods but also affects Nigeria’s agricultural sector. Bula,
