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CROP RESEARCH INSTITUTE MAKES STRIDES IN IMPROVEMENT OF FOOD PRODUCTION AND NUTRITION

Anthony Ogbekile 0224 hours ago24 hours ago03 mins

The National Root Crops Research Institute (NRCRI) in Nigeria has made significant strides in transforming the country’s agricultural sector through innovative crop breeding techniques. By partnering with CGIAR, the world’s largest agricultural research organization, NRCRI has developed improved root and tuber crop varieties that are climate-resilient, high-yielding, and nutritious. “We’ve adopted a stage-gated breeding model,…

Agribusiness

BAYELSA WINS IITA’S SECOND OFFICE IN NIGERIA

Anthony Ogbekile 024 months ago04 mins

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), headquartered in Ibadan, Oyo State, has announced plans to establish a sub-national center in Bayelsa State through a collaborative effort with the state government. This development was revealed during a meeting between IITA’s Deputy Director-General, Dr. Kenton Dashell, and Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, at IITA’s extensive…

SHETTIMA LAUNCHES RESEARCH COMMITTEE MANDATED TO CUT FOOD IMPORTS BY 50 PERCENT

Vivian Ikemba4 months ago4 months ago07 mins

If everything works out according to the plan of the federal government, the country will achieve a reduction in the importation of food items by 50 percent in the near future. This is part of the mandate given to a committee inaugurated Thursday by Vice President Kashim Shettima. It is an inter-ministerial committee on research…

ECOWAS FUNDS RESEARCH FOR YOUTHS, WOMEN IN AGRICULTURE

Vivian Ikemba6 months ago6 months ago03 mins

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission has taken a significant step towards addressing youth unemployment in the region by donating $2,238,000 to ten agricultural research centres. This initiative is part of the Regional Strategy for Youth Employment in Agricultural Value Chains, aimed at equipping young people with the necessary skills to participate…

FOOD TAKES LION SHARE OF THE BUDGET FOR THIS YEAR’S VALENTINE

Vivian Ikemba6 months ago6 months ago04 mins

The Valentine celebration may have come and gone but the way it was celebrated remains fresh in our memories. For instance, an institute did a research on preparation for it and a report has been released. It is contained in a fresh SBM Intelligence report, which is titled “Love in the Air: How Nigerian Consumers…

EKITI STATE TO USE DIGITAL EXTENSION SERVICES FOR BETTER AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTIVITY

Anthony Ogbekile 026 months ago6 months ago02 mins

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…

ONE HECTARE, ONE FAMILY AGRICULTURAL INITIATIVE COLLABORATES WITH RESEARCH AGENCY ON GRASSROOTS FARMING

FEDERAL GOVERNMENT ENHANCES LIVESTOCK DEVELOPMENT THROUGH MODERN GRACING RESERVES

CROP RESEARCH INSTITUTE MAKES STRIDES IN IMPROVEMENT OF FOOD PRODUCTION AND NUTRITION

EBONYI COUNCIL COMMENCES AGRICULTURE REVOLUTION

BUREAU OF STATISTICS SAYS INFLATION IS FALLING GRADUALLY

GOVERNOR UBA SANI OF KADUNA STATE GIFTS FARMERS FERTILISERS, SETS UP CROP RISK INSURANCE SCHEME

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CROP RESEARCH INSTITUTE MAKES STRIDES IN IMPROVEMENT OF FOOD PRODUCTION AND NUTRITION

BAYELSA WINS IITA’S SECOND OFFICE IN NIGERIA

SHETTIMA LAUNCHES RESEARCH COMMITTEE MANDATED TO CUT FOOD IMPORTS BY 50 PERCENT

ECOWAS FUNDS RESEARCH FOR YOUTHS, WOMEN IN AGRICULTURE

FOOD TAKES LION SHARE OF THE BUDGET FOR THIS YEAR’S VALENTINE

EKITI STATE TO USE DIGITAL EXTENSION SERVICES FOR BETTER AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTIVITY