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Olam Agri partners government to boost Increased quality yield of soybean production towards reviving a
government

Olam Agri partners government to boost local soybean production

OLAM Agri, one of global leaders in agribusiness,…

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Nurudeen Alimi
Ogun women youths receive capacity building in plantain
plantain

Ogun women, youths receive capacity building in plantain sucker production, others

THE Federal Government of Nigeria through the Federal…

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Nurudeen Alimi
Nigeria’s cassava bread initiative gains Pupuru
cassava bread

Nigeria’s cassava bread initiative gains momentum

NIGERIA’S push to integrate High-Quality Cassava Flour (HQCF)…

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Collins Nnabuife
Why farmers should stop using chemicals
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Why farmers should stop using chemicals to kill pests —Expert

FARMERS have been cautioned against the use of…

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Nurudeen Alimi
NCRI joins forces with farmers to make
Climate

NCRI joins forces with farmers to make ofada rice variety more climate-resilient

THE National Cereals Research Institute (NCRI), Badeggi, Niger…

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Nurudeen Alimi
USAID shutdown threatens Nigeria’s USAID lauds Agbeyewa Farms cassava blueprint to transform Nigeria’s life expectancy. US announces aid, global food security, USAID funding freeze: Ogun govt reassures citizens of continued HIV/AIDS services, US Envoy denies allegation
Cassava

USAID lauds Agbeyewa Farms cassava blueprint to transform farming in Nigeria

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID)…

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‘Wale Olapade
FG to empower, avert food crisis, Jigawa AFAN, Nigerian farmers
AFAN

Jigawa: AFAN raises alarm over influx of fraudulent activities

Jigawa State Chapter of the All Farmers Association…

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Adamu Amadu
Niger Assembly raises alarm, Niger Ministry lauds 'Noble Minds Initiative' for addressing vandalism in minerals sectors, Suspected bandits kill one, abduct 10 in Niger attacks
HarvestPlus

Niger govt hosts nutritious food fair to address micronutrient deficiencies

Niger State Government, in collaboration with HarvestPlus, has…

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Adelowo Oladipo
Nigeria is at critical moment, Anambra philanthropist lauds Tinubu, Forget historical grievances, reduce inflation rate, relevance of press freedom, Ogoni historical grievances, Media team releases Tinubu's scorecard for October

Nigeria poised to become top agricultural export nation by 2025 – Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment…

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Leon Usigbe
Livestock Ministry GDP, technology to boost livestock sector, Reasons livestock farmers should reduce Kogi govt to vaccinate domestic animals
Livestock

Expert to FG: Leverage technology to boost livestock sector

Professor Folorunsho Fasina, a lecturer at the University…

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Collins Nnabuife
Over 187000 farmers reached through our knowledge
farmers

Over 187,000 farmers reached through our knowledge Transfer Foundation —East West Seed official

The Regional Business Head, West Africa at East…

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Collins Nnabuife
Government urged to empower poultry farmers IFAD has committed .5bn in Nigeria’s agric sector
farmers

Government urged to empower poultry farmers to boost feed production

A beneficiary of the International Fund for Agricultural…

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Tribune Online
Former LCRI boss Olabanji seeks enabling environment metric tonnes of wheat to Katsina
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Former LCRI boss, Olabanji seeks enabling environment for private sector to thrive in wheat production

A former Executive Director of the Lake Chad…

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Nurudeen Alimi
Local rice

Participatory Varietal Selection (PVS) approach for improving local rice cultivars in upland production systems in Nigeria

Rice is a staple crop essential for global…

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Abraham Attah Shaibu
Minister of agriculture and food security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, has disclosed that the Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria (CRIN), has contributed majorly the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in its 60 years of establishment. Senator Kyari made this known at the opening ceremony of the 60th anniversary of the institution, which held on Monday, in Ibadan, Oyo State capital. Speaking at the event, Kyari, who was represented by the Zonal Director of the ministry, Olayinka Akeredolu, suggested that the institute harness technological transformation in its researches, in order to boost industrialisation. According to her, “It is noteworthy that 60 years of existence is no mean achievement in the life of an institution, especially one whose contribution to numerous tree crops like cocoa, cashew, kola, coffee and tea is evidently felt across the length and breadth of our country and beyond. Since its inception in 1964, CRIN has been a major player in contributing to the GDP of our nation. “As the institute takes stock of 60 years of scientific research and looks to an even brighter future, it is our desire that the institute will harness the transformative power of technology to improve on research outcome delivery to the industries who rely on your great institutes research outcome for sectoral growth and development.” Highlight of the event is award presentation, book launch, exhibition and cultural display, among many others. In his welcome address, the Director/CEO, CRIN, Dr Patrick Adebola, who highlighted the achievements of the institute in the production of cocoa, cashew, kola, coffee, and tea, in the past six decades, reaffirmed the institute’s commitment to leading agricultural innovation, leveraging science and technology, and improving the livelihoods of farmers nationwide and readiness to embark on research into black plum. He said: “At CRIN, our research has transcended traditional crop development, venturing into innovative value addition. Our Institute has added value to cocoa and created new products for local consumption and export. We have processed cocoa beans into various products such as chocolate, cocoa butter, cocoa powder, cocoa wine, choco-bread, cocoa custard, soy-chocolate, chocolate spread, chocolate yoghurt, amongst others. Also, we have converted cocoa by-products into valuable products. We have successfully produced poultry feed from cocoa pod husk with 20% maize replacement. These innovations have provided additional income streams for farmers, supported small and medium enterprises, and contributed to the nation's economic diversifications. “The forward-looking, stylistically innovative works and aggressive developmental fund drive of the Institute has yielded a huge chunk of dividend as the Institute partners with stakeholders to win grants and awards, with a keenly contested million award as an example.” He, therefore, pledged that “CRIN will continue to lead the charge in agricultural innovation, leveraging science and technology to enhance productivity, promote sustainability, and improve the livelihoods of farmers nationwide. I am confident that the legacy we have built over the past 60 years will serve as a strong foundation for even greater achievements in the decades to come.” The guest lecturer, Vice-Chancellor, Osun State University, Professor Odunayo Adebooye, who was represented by the Director, Centre for Predegree Studies, Professor Onyegbula Nwoke, presented a paper titled, ‘Tree crops research for development: Key to Nigeria's economic diversification and sustainability’. In his lecture, Professor Adebooye, explored how tree crops research can drive economic diversification, reduce dependency on oil, and promote food security, positioning it as a panacea to Nigeria's economic challenges and a step forward in the quest for sustainable development. According to him, “Cocoa, cashew and kolanut are important tree crops that can bring huge economic benefits to the country. However, the country has witnessed a steady decline in the yield of these crops and in the quantity produced annually. “In a nation with a large population and increasing rates of food insecurity, leveraging tree crops could provide a more resilient economic foundation, supporting both urban and rural communities. This strategy aligns with the government's agenda to diversify the economy and reduce poverty. By advancing cultivation techniques, improving crop varieties, managing pests, and addressing the effects of climate change, tree crops research serves as a cornerstone of agricultural innovation and sustainability.” Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde, who was represented by the Special Adviser on Budget and Economic Planning, Simeon Oyeleye, charged the leadership of CRIN with the task of establishing a robust relationship with the chairmen of the local governments the institute is represented in order to facilitate cooperation with farmers. Present at the event are Directors-General of research institutes, past directors of CRIN, representatives of partners and sustainability companies, academics, government representatives and traditional rulers.
CRIN

CRIN has contributed majorly to national GDP in 60 years — Agric Minister

The Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator…

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Bioluwatife Akinyemi
Benue livestock census, Farmers stakeholders trained on Stakeholders suggest ways newly created livestock ministry can function effectively
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Benue govt set to conduct livestock census

The Principal Special Assistant to the state governor…

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Johnson Babajide
digital extension platform, Cooperative sector can drive, Tela maize varieties, Implementation of National Dairy Policy to save Nigeria .5bn spent annually on milk importation
Aliyu Abdullahi

GMO products are to solve farmers problem — FG

Minister of State for Agriculture, Sen. Aliyu Abdullahi…

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Osaretin Osadebamwen
Oyebanji hails military, Oyebanji inclusive leadership, Oyebanji presents N146m compensation, I pay special tributes You’ve justified people’s mandate You’ve lifted Ekiti’s socioeconomic status Tinubu's reform agenda, Beware of sycophants going forward, Ekiti Speaker advises Oyebanji

Agric investment: Oyebanji presents N146m compensation to landowners in Ekiti community

Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has presented cheques…

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'Yomi Ayeleso
global production
Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim

UNCCD: 70% of global production processed by women — FG

Minister of Women Affairs, Hon Imaan Sulaiman- Ibrahim…

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Lawrence Bajah
improved livestock productivity
Livestock

‘Training of extension agents/farmers key to improved livestock productivity’

Experts have said that training some drivers in…

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Biola Azeez

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