Posts Tagged: #PrecisionFarming
NALDA’s 10-year plan to optimise 5m hectares in five years
In a significant step toward transforming Nigeria’s agricultural sector, the National Agricultural Land Development Authority (NALDA) has launched a 10-year strategic plan (2025–2035) to enhance land development and boost food security. The initiative targets the
Shettima urges more private investment in climate-smart agriculture
Vice President Kashim Shettima has called on the private sector to intensify investment in climate-smart agriculture technologies that optimize productivity, minimize waste, and enhance efficiency across Nigeria’s food systems. Speaking at a strategic workshop on
ARCN urges media to sensitise farmers on govt programmes
The Agricultural Research Council of Nigeria (ARCN) has emphasized the need for enhanced media engagement in agricultural development, urging journalists to move beyond conventional reporting and actively sensitize farmers on government-backed programs. Speaking at a
UK to establish agritech hub in Oyo
Oyo State is set to leverage science and technology-based solutions to enhance agriculture and livestock production through a strategic partnership with the United Kingdom Agritech Centre. As part of this collaboration, an Agritech Hub will
FG to establish 44 soil testing labs in Kano
The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (FMAFS) has announced plans to establish soil testing laboratories across the 44 local government areas (LGAs) in Kano State. This initiative aims to enhance agricultural activities by
NADF partners NBTE to implement national agricultural, technical training for youths
The National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) has outlined a transformative vision to harness the Agri-Tech sector’s potential, aiming to modernize agriculture, create jobs, and equip Nigeria’s youth with critical skills for the future of farming.
Mechanised agriculture way out for Nigeria
Nigeria’s longstanding food insecurity and economic challenges underscore the need for mechanised agriculture. With population growth outpacing traditional farming’s capacity, experts propose mechanisation as a way to increase food production, reduce reliance on imports, and
Nigeria can increase food production by leveraging technology – Oke
In a bid to unlock Nigeria’s food security potential through the optimization of resources and technological advancement, AgroEknor is spearheading transformative initiatives to address underperformance in the agricultural sector. Despite Nigeria’s vast arable land and
FG partners GIZ, others to boost agricultural production
The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, in collaboration with Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit and other stakeholders, has launched the Nigeria Farmers Soil Health Card Scheme (NFSHCS) to enhance agricultural productivity and ensure
Private partnership will boost agricultural productivity in Nigeria, says Raji
Rilwan Raji, CEO of DEKORAJ International Limited, champions modern agriculture in Nigeria with automation, empowerment initiatives, and data analysis. He stresses private sector partnerships for solving irrigation and post-harvest challenges, advocating against viewing government support
