In a bid to revitalise Nigeria’s agricultural sector, the National Agricultural Seed Council (NASC) has kicked off the 2025 Boot Camp for Youths on Plant Variety Protection. This innovative program is designed to equip young Nigerians with the knowledge and skills necessary to drive meaningful change in the agricultural sector. The program, which began in…
A group of experts in agriculture and policy has raised concerns about the potential dangers of gene-edited seeds, warning that they could compromise Nigeria’s food security and sovereignty. The experts, who addressed a press conference in Abuja, urged the National Security Adviser (NSA), Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, to investigate the issue and take necessary action to…
The Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) project has made significant progress in restoring degraded land in Nigeria. The project has successfully rehabilitated 160,000 hectares of hitherto degraded land in different parts of the country. The project aims to address land degradation and climate change across 19 states in Northern Nigeria and the Federal Capital…
The Nigerian Women in Agricultural Business, NIWAB, a cooperative body of women farmers in the country, has expressed its readiness to collaborate with the Bayelsa State government in efforts to improve agricultural practices in the state. This was made known by the State President of NIWAB, Mrs. Ebimotimi Leghemo. She was speaking during a courtesy…
Livestock Feeds has achieved a remarkable turnaround, recording its highest profit in seven years. The agricultural firm bounced back with an after-tax profit of N1.75 billion, a significant improvement from its recurring losses in 2022 and 2023. This turnaround is a welcome development, especially considering the challenges faced by the livestock sub-sector. Femi Oke, chairman…
The Lagos State Government has taken a significant step in empowering 150 residents of Epe with essential fish farming materials and training. This initiative, coordinated by the Centre for Rural Development (CERUD), aims to strengthen the agricultural sector and create economic opportunities. The training program, held in the Igbodu area of Epe, provided participants with…
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has sounded the alarm on the escalating food crisis in West Africa. The international agency said that a staggering 50 million people now face food insecurity. This represents a sharp increase of 35 million in just five years, with the situation deteriorating rapidly. According to FAO Country Representative Kofi…
In a bid to boost agricultural productivity and resilience, the Ekiti State Government has adopted digital extension approaches and climate advisory services. This strategic move aims to bridge the gap between research and farmers, providing them with timely, accurate, and actionable information. Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security, Ebenezer Boluwade, disclosed this during a training…
Springfield Agro, a private company engaged in farm solutions, has inaugurated a state-of-the-art agrochemical plant in Ogun State. The form is valued at $12 million, and it is desgned to enhance agricultural productivity and tackle pest infestation. Narain Chanrai, chairman of Kewalram Chanrai Group, owners of Springfield Agro, stated, “We have invested so far $12…
A groundbreaking partnership between the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) and France aims to empower 3000 women in six Nigerian states, including Jigawa, Kano, Kwara, Anambra, Oyo, and Enugu. The initiative, dubbed the “Women in Agricultural Technical Education and Apprenticeship (WATEA) project,” seeks to equip women with the necessary skills, knowledge, and mentorship to…
