In a bid to address the growing concerns of farmers in Imo State, the state’s House of Assembly has passed a resolution calling for increased security measures to protect farmers and their farms from criminal invasions. This followed a motion presented by Hon. Chisom Ojukwu,which aims to ensure the safety and well-being of farmers, who…
In a major boost to its agricultural sector, Imo State has secured approval for the Onitsha-Port Harcourt Corridor Market, a project aimed at enhancing agri-food trade and improving rural access in the region. This significant achievement was announced during a workshop on agri-food market development study under the Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project (RAAMP),…
The Yobe State government, in collaboration with experts from the Biomedical Science Research and Training Centre (BioRTC), has embarked on a research project to determine the root cause of kidney disease affecting residents in Bade local government area. As part of the research, the team collected various samples, including soil, water, vegetables, and fish, from…
Cashew dealers in Kogi State are calling on the government to intervene and stop foreigners from disrupting the cashew value chain, citing exploitation and poverty as major concerns. Baba Mohammed, the BOT chairman of the Kogi Cashew Dealers Stakeholders Association, explained that foreigners, especially Indians, are bypassing local merchants and buying directly from farmers, disrupting…
The alarming rate of post-harvest losses in Nigeria has led to a staggering N3.5 trillion annual revenue loss, with a significant portion of agricultural produce never reaching consumers. Ahmed Alex Omah, a global ambassador for the World Packaging Organisation, believes that proper packaging can significantly reduce this loss. Omah emphasised the critical role of packaging…
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) is set to boost the livelihoods of farmers and rural communities through its partnerships with universities. According to Prof. Charles Anosike, Director General of NiMet, the agency’s collaborations with tertiary institutions will provide valuable weather and climate data to support local farmers and other stakeholders. NiMet recently signed a Memorandum…
In a bid to unlock its vast agricultural potential, Kaduna State has entered into a groundbreaking partnership with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). The agreement, which was formalised through a technical cooperation agreement, aims to enhance agricultural productivity, improve food security, and stimulate socio-economic growth in the state. The partnership will focus on supporting…
The Federal Government has given the green light for the concession of the Kashimbila Integrated Cargo and Agro-Allied Airport in Taraba State, paving the way for a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) that promises to transform the region’s economy. Jobson Ewalefoh, Director General of the Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission (ICRC), hailed the project as a game-changer for…
Flour Mills of Nigeria (FMN) has launched the fourth edition of its annual Prize for Innovation (PFI), with a focus on innovative practices in livestock farming in Nigeria. The initiative is part of FMN’s efforts to promote local innovation and address the challenges facing the livestock sector. The livestock sector is crucial to Nigeria’s food…
The lack of access to farmland for women farmers in Nigeria poses a significant threat to the country’s food security. That was the submission of Mark Abani, a renowned farmer and agriculture consultant. Abani emphasised that addressing this issue is crucial to ensuring that the country’s agricultural sector reaches its full potential. Abani, who is…
