19 h. ago Nigeria eyes global position as groundnut exporters, as local production grows to 4.3 million tons

Nigeria is projected to harvest about 4.3 million metric tons of groundnuts in the 2025 farming season, which will be read more Nigeria eyes global position as groundnut exporters, as local production grows to 4.3 million tons

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33 h. ago How plant nematodes adversely affect farming in Nigeria—NOUN don

Tribune Online How plant nematodes adversely affect farming in Nigeria—NOUN don A professor of Nematology from the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), Monioluwa Omolara Olaniyi, has unraveled the world beneath the soil surface where “little known, yet devastating” to plant-parasitic nematodes usually attack roots, weaken crops, and open gateways to diseases. Olaniyi, who works in the Department of Biological Sciences, stated this on Thursday while […] How plant nematodes adversely affect farming in Nigeria—NOUN don Tribune Online

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64 h. ago Afreximbank, BoA seal $1bn deal to support Nigerian farmers, SMEs

Tribune Online Afreximbank, BoA seal $1bn deal to support Nigerian farmers, SMEs The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) and Nigeria’s Bank of Agriculture (BoA) have signed a landmark $1 billion agreement to support smallholder farmers and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria. Afreximbank, BoA seal $1bn deal to support Nigerian farmers, SMEs Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Watery graves: How travelling by boats have become deathbeds of the poor in Northern Nigeria

Tribune Online Watery graves: How travelling by boats have become deathbeds of the poor in Northern Nigeria Olakunle Maruf, Attahiru Ahmed, Adelowo Oladipo and Tola Adenubi report on the rising cases of boat accidents that conitnued to claim lives in Northern Nigeria. ONCE regarded as the lifelines of trade, farming, and daily travel, the rivers of northern Nigeria have in recent weeks become watery graves. A string of boat mishaps has left […] Watery graves: How travelling by boats have become deathbeds of the poor in Northern Nigeria Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Farmers endorse Adeleke for second term, highlighting agricultural progress

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo The All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN) in Osun State has endorsed Governor Ademola Adeleke for a second term, citing his administration’s strong commitment to boosting agricultural production and ensuring food security. The endorsement was announced during the commissioning of the farmers’ house and the distribution of free agricultural inputs to […] The post Farmers endorse Adeleke for second term, highlighting agricultural progress appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago ‘Operation Fansan Yamma’ donates fertilizer to farmers in Zamfara

From Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto Residents of Tsafe Local Government Area in Zamfara State have expressed excitement as troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA (OPFY) donated 200 bags of fertilizer to farmers, in a renewed drive to strengthen food security and deepen civil-military cooperation in the North West. The donation which was made on behalf of the […] The post ‘Operation Fansan Yamma’ donates fertilizer to farmers in Zamfara appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Insecurity, unstable power, cause of economic crisis –Mbisiogu

By Dickson Okafor Chairman Blue Diamond Logistics China/Uzotex Bonded Terminal, Festus Mbisiogu, has said that the removal of the fuel subsidy and severe insecurity which has driven farmers from their land are some of the causes of Nigeria’s current economic hardship and food crisis. In this interview with Daily Sun, he stated that while the […] The post Insecurity, unstable power, cause of economic crisis –Mbisiogu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago TracTrac boosts yields, cuts costs for 125,000 farmers across Nigeria

Tribune Online TracTrac boosts yields, cuts costs for 125,000 farmers across Nigeria Nigerian farmers, especially smallholders, have struggled with limited access to basic mechanisation services and high costs for decades. This reality has consistently undermined food security and rural livelihoods. TracTrac, adopted a distinct style of operation in the Nigeria’s mechanisation space by delivering a full value chain solution that combines demand creation, equipment access, capacity building, […] TracTrac boosts yields, cuts costs for 125,000 farmers across Nigeria Tribune Online

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1 week ago Over 60,000 farmers to benefit from free fertiliser, farm inputs

As Mbah flags off distribution Over 60,000 farmers across Enugu State are set to benefit from a new round of free fertiliser and agro-inputs distribution as Enugu State governor, Dr Peter Mbah flagged off the exercise on Saturday.  The event, attended by thousands of farmers and stakeholders at Okpara Square, was described as another bold […] The post Over 60,000 farmers to benefit from free fertiliser, farm inputs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Ebonyi: Man beheaded inside farm, another killed in IDP camp

LG chair threatens resignation over bloodshed Senator demands release of missing head From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki Suspected warlords have beheaded a middle-aged man, Dick Nnachi, in Oso Edda, Edda Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. The incident occurred on Thursday evening in the man’s farm. Nnachi’s head is still missing since the incident occurred. A […] The post Ebonyi: Man beheaded inside farm, another killed in IDP camp appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago NDLEA Destroys 43 Cannabis Farms, Arrests 1,315 In Seven Months

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested 1,315 suspected drug peddlers in the past seven months. The arrests were carried out as part of the agency’s intensified nationwide crackdown on illicit substances. According to an internal report obtained on Friday, the agency also seized a total of 1,387,254.27kg of drugs and destroyed 43 […] The post NDLEA Destroys 43 Cannabis Farms, Arrests 1,315 In Seven Months appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago AFAN pushes for unity, calls for dialogue with faction group

The All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN) is calling for unity among factional parties in the association. This comes as read more AFAN pushes for unity, calls for dialogue with faction group

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3 w. ago Firm Expands Operation To Provide Modern Agricultural Solutions To Local Farmers

Fountain Agro Farms and Consult, a subsidiary of Fountaindrip Nigeria Limited, has launched the largest agricultural input store in Ogun State. The store provides farmers with access to modern farming solutions, tools, and expert advice. The company, known for introducing innovative farming techniques, aims to transform farming in Nigeria and empower farmers to thrive in […]

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3 w. ago How rising flood incidence could deepen Nigeria’s food crisis

Nigeria’s food security is increasingly at risk as devastating floods sweep through several key agrarian states, severely affecting farmers and read more How rising flood incidence could deepen Nigeria’s food crisis

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4 w. ago AltBank Mobilises Traders, Farmers To Drive Financial Inclusion

As part of its efforts to drive financial inclusion in the country, particularly among the underserved, The Alternative Bank, through Sterling Financial Holdings Company, is partnering with the Association of Market Women/Men and Farmers of Nigeria (AMWMF) to address the challenges faced by millions of market women, men, and farmers who have long been excluded […]

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4 w. ago FG, GIZ strategise to improve soil health, boost farmers’ income across Nigeria

Tribune Online FG, GIZ strategise to improve soil health, boost farmers’ income across Nigeria The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (FMAFS), in partnership with the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ), has come up with a strategy to improve soil health, increase production and improve farmers’ income across Nigeria. Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Sen. Dr. Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi, while speaking during a one-day […] FG, GIZ strategise to improve soil health, boost farmers’ income across Nigeria Tribune Online

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