Posts Tagged: #ValueAddition
NSPRI empowers agri-preneurs to drive job creation, postharvest loss reduction
In a strategic move to reduce postharvest losses and promote agribusiness sustainability, the Nigerian Stored Products Research Institute (NSPRI) recently trained agri-preneurs on value addition and postharvest management. The two-day training, held on March 11–12
UK pledges £204m for Nigeria’s agriculture growth
The United Kingdom Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has reaffirmed its commitment to driving private-sector investment into Nigeria’s agricultural sector, pledging to leverage £204 million to enhance climate-resilient farming and economic growth. This funding
Expert urges Oyo community to adopt agriculture, crafts for economic growth
The recently concluded Okeho Economic and Industrial Awareness Summit 2025 has brought to light the immense potential of agriculture and agribusiness in driving economic growth for the historic town of Okeho, Oyo State. The summit,
FG approves establishment of food processing equipment development institute in Ekiti
In a significant move to enhance Nigeria’s agri-food value chain, the Federal Government has approved the establishment of the Food Processing Equipment and Machinery Development Institute (FOPEMDI) in Ekiti State. This initiative, spearheaded by the
Southwest takes steps to achieve Fed Govt’s food security agenda
The Federal Government’s push for food self-sufficiency has received a major boost as Commissioners of Agriculture from the six Southwest states—Lagos, Oyo, Ondo, Ogun, Osun, and Ekiti—have intensified efforts to transform rural agricultural landscapes into
Nigeria to benefit from $4.4bn agro-industrial investment – AfDB
Nigeria’s agricultural sector is set for a significant transformation as the country secures a $4.4 billion investment to expand the Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZ) across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory. This
Ogun to establish ranches for meat processing
Ogun State is taking strategic steps to modernize its livestock industry with plans to establish ranching facilities aimed at improving meat processing and ensuring food safety. Governor Dapo Abiodun announced this initiative during a meeting
Tomato farmers groan as prices crash amidst harvest
As the dry season tomato harvest commences in Kano and other major tomato-producing states, prices have plummeted unexpectedly, raising concerns among farmers who have invested heavily in production. A market survey revealed that a crate
Yobe, Bauchi communities make fortunes from cassava flour
Cassava farming in the border communities of Bauchi and Yobe States is thriving, offering new opportunities for farmers and processors while curbing rural-urban migration. Residents of Birniwa and Bursori villages in Bauchi State, and Murfakalam
Tomato farmers decry post-harvest loss
The National Tomato Growers, Processors, and Marketers Association of Nigeria (NATPAN) has appealed to the federal government for strategic support to mitigate the extensive post-harvest losses plaguing the tomato value chain. This call was made
