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NALDA’S PARTNERSHIP WITH PRIVATE FIRMS ON THE RENEWED HOPE MEGA FARMS ESTATES BY THE TINUBU ADMINISTRATION TAKES OFF IN THREE STATES

Anthony Ogbekile 0210 months ago10 months ago05 mins

The National Agricultural Land Development Authority (NALDA) is increasing the level of agricultural activities in the country through the encouragement of private farms. This has also contributed to the increase in food production. As part of the efforts, NALDA recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Arzikin Noma Nigeria Limited for the management and…

Agribusiness

FIRM STARTS 202-HECTARES COCONUT PLANTATION TO BOOST LOCAL PRODUCTION AND ENHANCE GDP

Anthony Ogbekile 0210 months ago10 months ago05 mins

One of the silent foreign exchange earners for Nigeria is coconut. But perhaps because it is little known few people are also getting involved in the plantation of coconut, just as few people are paying attention to its usefulness. However, that is changing, as more people get educated about its potentials. One of such attempts…

NIGERIAN GOVERNMENT TO INAUGURATE SOIL HEALTH SCHEME IN 774 LOCAL COUNCILS

Anthony Ogbekile 0210 months ago10 months ago05 mins

The steps being taken by the Federal Government give promise that not only will there be more people taking interest in farming and growing food there will also be increase and a reduction in the cost of farm management. This optimism stems from the initiative of the government, which launched the Nigerian Farmers Soil Health…

FEDERAL GOVERNMENT RAISES HOPE FOR FARMERS WITH DISABILITY, YOUTH AND WOMEN IN NEW POLICY

Anthony Ogbekile 0210 months ago10 months ago014 mins

There are indications that Nigeria is walking the talk about efforts to make significant improvement in food production. This is evident in the deliberate steps being taken to change some of the components of the policy on agriculture. As part of this steps, on Monday October 20, 2025 there will the national validation of the…

FG TO INCREASE SUPPORT FOR FARMERS TO ENHANCE FOOD PRODUCTION

Anthony Ogbekile 0210 months ago10 months ago02 mins

The Federal Government has restated its commitment to making agriculture the foundation of Nigeria’s economy, pledging continued support for farmers and sustainable food production. Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, made the declaration in Abuja. He noted that under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, agriculture has been prioritised through bold…

Agribusiness

TINUBU WARNED AGAINST DISRUPTING THE GAINS OF BUHARI’S FERTILISER INITIATIVE

Anthony Ogbekile 0210 months ago10 months ago03 mins

An appeal has gone to the federal government to sustain the importation of raw materials for fertiliser until local production capacity can fully meet national demand. This appeal was made by The Coalition of Farmers Association of Nigeria (COFAN) and the Himma Youth Farmers Association of Nigeria (HYFAN). Speaking at a joint press conference in…

FG SETS TO REVIEW CONCESSION OF SILOS ACROSS THE COUNTRY, ACCUSING COMPANIES OF UNDER PERFORMING AND FAILURE TO FILE RETURNS

Anthony Ogbekile 0211 months ago11 months ago02 mins

The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security plans to revitalize the Silos Concession Programme to reduce post harvest losses and achieve food sovereignty. This initiative aims to ensure a resilient, efficient, and effective storage system that improves the food storage ecosystem. Senator Abubakar Kyari, the minister of agriculture and food security, who made this…

AGRICULTURE MINISTER LOBBIES STAKEHOLDERS TO COLLABORATE WITH GOVERNMENT IN EFFORTS TO PROMOTE CLIMATE SMART AGRICULTURE, SUSTAINABLE FOOD SYSTEM

Anthony Ogbekile 0211 months ago11 months ago02 mins

The Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, has emphasized the importance of proactive policies in the agricultural sector to unlock sustainable food systems. Speaking at a high-level event in Rome, Italy, Kyari highlighted Nigeria’s efforts to create a climate-resilient, nature-positive food system. Nigeria has established a partnership with the Food and Agriculture…

FIRS PARTNERS LIVESTOCK MINISTRY TO ENHANCE EFFORTS AT IMPROVING NON-OIL SECTOR FOR ECONOMIC GROWTH

Anthony Ogbekile 0211 months ago11 months ago04 mins

There is a development that shows the determination of the federal government to balance the drive for revenue with the achievement of food security and economic development in the country. This was demonstrated in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital with the unveiling of a working relationship between a major agricultural sector and the federal inland revenue service,…

25-YEAR-OLD DESIGNS UNMANNED VEHICLE FOR AGRICULTURE

Anthony Ogbekile 0212 months ago12 months ago03 mins

A 25-year-old Nigerian aerospace engineering graduate, Shamsudeen Jibril, has developed an innovative unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV). The vehicle is unique in the sense that it would be sent to fly over a farm and detects agricultural diseases. But that is not the only critical reason to celebrate. Jubril’s product also gives support to the farmer…

REPORT SAYS AGRICULTURE CONTENDS WITH MANUFACTURING, OTHER SECTORS TO DRIVE THE NIGERIAN ECONOMY FOR FIVE CONSECUTIVE MONTHS

NIGERIA WANTS SUSTAINED COLLABORATION TO TACKLE FOOD INSECURITY IN AFRICA

MINISTER CANVASSES SUPPORT FOR PROPOSED COOPERATIVE BANK OF NIGERIA

TINUBU ADMINISTRATION REPOSITIONS NADF AND RESEARCH COUNCILS, LISTS PRIORITY AREAS IN AGRICULTURE

AFRICA ADOPTS ABUJA PLAN FOR AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH FUNDING, AS EXPERTS SUPPORT LOCAL FINANCING

NIGERIA RECOMMENDS PROCUREMENT REFORM TO OTHER AFRICAN NATIONS TO LOWER POST HARVEST LOSSES