Posts Tagged: #GovernmentIntervention
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,
Plateau farmers worry over scarcity of Acha seeds
Plateau State is a leading cultivator of Acha (fonio), a nutrient-rich grain beneficial for digestion and diabetics. Despite its agricultural prominence, farmers face challenges accessing improved Acha varieties, such as NCRIACH 1 and 2, which
Again, Prices Of Farm Produce Surge In Katsina
The food crisis in Katsina State has worsened due to a resurgence in the prices of farm produce, exacerbated by economic challenges including inflation and foreign exchange shortages. Markets across the state, including Dandume and
We’ll prioritise farmers’ security to boost food production — Aiyedatiwa
Aiyedatiwa, speaking through his deputy Adelami, emphasized the importance of sustainable farming during the inauguration of the new executive members of OSACA in Akure. He reiterated the government’s commitment to agricultural development, citing initiatives like
‘Grants To Farmers, Not Palliatives, Will Reduce Hunger’
Luka Osagie, the chairman of the Edo State chapter of the Association of Yam Farmers, emphasized the necessity for government support in ensuring food security by assisting yam farmers with grants. He highlighted that many
Why Nigeria’s Cotton Production Suffers Setback – NACOTAN
Cotton, historically vital to Nigeria’s economy, has faced decline due to factors like inadequate support, financial constraints, and ginnery closures. This has led farmers to switch to other crops, causing loss of income and increased
Earnings From Vegetables Decline Despite High Cost Of Inputs – Farmers
The pressing issue of surging prices of agricultural inputs has gained considerable attention, with farmers nationwide expressing deep concerns about the situation. Fertilizers and insecticides, in particular, have seen exorbitant price hikes, nearly tripling in
Mechanisation Is Luxury For Rural Farmers
A female graduate farmer from Ogun State, Ms. Ruth Bose Suberu, highlighted the disparity in agricultural mechanization, labeling it as a luxury inaccessible to rural farmers. She underscored the absence of tractors and irrigation systems
Insecurity threatens food security – President CBCN
The President of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria, Most Rev. Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji, has voiced concern about Nigeria’s food security, linking it to the prevailing insecurity in the country. Archbishop Ugorji, during the launch
Why Bauchi Watermelon Farmers Moved To Cameroon
Dry season watermelon farmers in Bara village, the focal point of watermelon cultivation in Kirfi Local Government Area of Bauchi State, faced significant setbacks due to diseases and pests. Rising fuel prices and poor yields
