He is into this type of farming by choice. There is no doubt that he has a passion for it. And for you to know that all you need do is to listen to him talk about the procedures, the types of snail, the byproducts of his animals and the gains therefrom. For someone who…
The Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Maiha, has unveiled plans to revitalise Nigeria’s leather industry by promoting local manufacturing of shoes, belts, and bags. Speaking on Channels Television, Maiha underscored the need for centralised abattoirs and skin collection centers to enhance the efficient use of hides and skins. He stressed that structured animal processing would…
The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) has urged the Kano State government to establish a Ministry of Livestock. The association expressed confidence that if this done, it would improve the welfare of herders and their livestock. The call was made by the Kano State chairman of the association, Ambassador Abdullahi Bakoji Adamu….
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…
A collaborative initiative between the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) and Sebore International Farms has provided employment opportunities for 500 youths in Adamawa State’s dairy sector. The project aims to equip young people with technical and business skills to thrive in the industry. The second group of participants has been trained in various capacities,…
Kogi State has witnessed significant growth in its agricultural sector, with 76 farm clusters covering 10,000 hectares of land cultivated by over 8,000 farmers under Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo administration. This was disclosed by Ismaila Isah, the Media Aide to Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo of Kogi State, while speaking to journalists in Kaduna on Sunday….
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…
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…
China has taken drastic measures to protect its domestic agricultural and food industries by banning the import of livestock products from several countries. The decision was made in response to reports of disease outbreaks, including foot-and-mouth disease, sheep pox, and goat pox, from the World Health Organisation (WHO). The ban affects a wide range of…
