Posts Tagged: #NigeriaFarming
Oyo lawmaker distributes over 5,000 bags of fertilizers to rural farmers
In alignment with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda and the national push for food sufficiency, Hon. Remi Oseni, a member of the House of Representatives representing the Ido/Ibarapa East Federal Constituency, has distributed 5,206
How sesame, melon farmers made fortunes in Taraba
Despite disrupted rainfall in Taraba State, sesame and melon farmers experienced a bumper harvest. These drought-resistant crops, planted as a cash alternative before other crops are harvested, thrived even with less rainfall. The high demand
Why female farmers continue to struggle
Female farmers in the country face significant challenges compared to their male counterparts. Mrs. Bola Ijeoma, chairman of the Edo State Rice Farmers Association, highlighted that women often struggle with land access, training, and inputs.
Food security: Lagos targets price reduction in agro products
The Lagos State Government is hopeful that food prices will drop soon due to a major distribution of farm inputs. Around 10,000 farmers received supplies in Agege, including items for fishing, poultry, and vegetables, expected
Johnvents begins distribution of farm inputs to 6,000 farmers in Ondo
Johnvents Trading, part of Johnvents Group, is distributing farm inputs to over 6,000 farmers to enhance food security and sustainable agriculture. The program, announced by Femi Sekoni, includes 20,000 units of fertilizers and NPK. This
Group urges FG, states to ensure food security
The Christian Conscience, a non-denominational organization, urged Nigerian governments to ensure food security, particularly during the rainy and planting season, citing insecurity and banditry as major challenges for farmers. During its monthly meeting in Lagos,
Army to punish criminals truncating farming activities in Plateau, Kaduna, Bauchi
Major General Abubakar Abdulsalam, Commander of Operation Safe Haven and General Officer Commanding the 3 Division of the Nigerian Army has vowed to address criminal activities disrupting farming in Plateau, Kaduna, and Bauchi States. These
Despite Cost Of Inputs, Taraba Rice Farmers Hopeful
Dry season farming in Nigeria is proving more profitable than wet season farming, according to farmers like Madam Cecilia Adamu Jen and Abubakar Ibrahim. They highlight advantages such as controlled watering and higher yields during
