Posts Tagged: #ClimateSmartAgriculture
Innovation, partnerships needed to build sustainable food systems – Sanwo-Olu
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reaffirmed that innovation, technology, and strong partnerships remain central to building a sustainable food system for Africa’s largest urban center. Speaking at the Lagos Agrinnovation Summit 2.0, themed “Thriving
FG vows to sustain drop in food prices
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its determination to maintain the recent decline in staple food prices by strengthening interventions across all major agricultural value chains. This was disclosed by the Minister of Agriculture and Food
HortiNigeria secures 75% credit guarantee, ₦500m boost for tomato farmers
The Dutch-funded HortiNigeria programme has secured a significant policy breakthrough with the Federal Government’s approval of a 75 per cent Credit Risk Guarantee (CRG) for tomato crate financing — a strategic move projected to unlock
Urgent path to agricultural prosperity
In a bold call for transformation, agricultural stakeholders are urging Nigeria and its regions to move beyond traditional farming practices and embrace a future powered by digital technology and efficient logistics. The new frontier, they
IITA working to make Africa food-sufficient – Official
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) has reaffirmed its commitment to driving agricultural transformation and achieving food security in Nigeria through stronger partnerships and coordinated action. In a statement signed by Katherine Lopez, IITA’s
Nigerian agri-tech start-up, among World Food Prize finalists
A Nigerian agri-tech startup, Vet Konect Ltd, has been announced as one of the top three global finalists at the inaugural World Food Prize ‘Innovate for Impact Challenge’, recognizing pioneering solutions reshaping global food systems.
Nigeria targets vast agri-investment through new soil health scheme
Nigeria has taken a landmark step toward transforming its agricultural productivity with the launch of the National Farmers Soil Health Scheme — a data-driven initiative aimed at ushering in precision agriculture and attracting both local
Nigeria launches farmers soil health scheme to boost productivity, cut fertilizer waste
In a landmark move towards achieving food security and sustainable agriculture, the Federal Government has launched the Nigerian Farmers Soil Health Scheme (NFSHS) — a transformative programme designed to restore soil fertility, reduce input costs,
Oyo govt urges youths, students to embrace modern agricultural practices
In line with the 2025 World Food Day theme, “Hand in Hand for Better Foods and a Better Future,” the Oyo State Government has reiterated the critical role of youth and students in driving the
FG unveils farmers’ soil health scheme
The Federal Government has launched the Nigerian Farmers’ Soil Health Scheme (NFSHS) — a nationwide initiative aimed at equipping farmers with practical knowledge and digital insights into soil management to improve productivity, enhance food quality,
