Posts Tagged: #TarabaState
Food prices drop in Taraba as farmers harvest crops
As harvest season progresses in Taraba State, prices of key food items have significantly dropped. Newly harvested maize now costs between N40,000 and N60,000 per 100kg bag, down from N60,000. Yam prices have halved, with
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
Despite harvest, food prices remain high in Taraba
Despite the ongoing harvest season in Taraba State, food prices have not dropped significantly, unlike in previous years. Farmers began harvesting crops like yam, cassava, maize, and groundnut in early July, but prices remain high.
Why More Taraba Women Embrace Poultry Farming
In Taraba State, many women in Jalingo have turned to smallholding poultry farming as a lucrative venture amidst challenging economic times. Engaging in joint poultry businesses, these women typically start with small investments under N100,000,
Plant Early If You Can, Emir Of Muri Tells Farmers
The Emir of Muri in Taraba State, Alhaji Abbas Jidda Tafida, urged his subjects to capitalize on the early onset of rainfall by commencing agricultural activities on their farms. Addressing a large gathering during the
Taraba Trains Livestock Feeds Producers
Taraba State has launched a livestock feed producer training program in Jalingo to tackle farmer-herder conflicts, supported by the Taraba State Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Project with backing from the World Bank. Led by
Traders, Consumers Worried Over Unstable Prices Of Grains In Taraba
In Taraba State, consumers and grain dealers are concerned about the consistently rising prices of grains. Prices have increased significantly since the beginning of the harvest season. For example, a 100kg bag of maize rose
Dry Season Farmers Switch To Solar Water Pumping Engines
In Taraba State, dry season farmers are transitioning to solar and gas-powered water pumping engines, moving away from traditional diesel and petrol engines. This shift is driven by the lower operational costs of solar and
