FG rallies stakeholders to reposition Nigeria in global fresh produce market
THE Federal Government has rallied stakeholders in the agriculture value chain to ensure Nigeria’s competitive and credible participation at Fruit…
Growtech West Africa, NADF partner to strengthen Nigeria’s agricultural growth, food security
Growtech West Africa, an international agribusiness platform, has entered into a partnership with the National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) ahead…
NIHORT celebrates Okunlola’s selection for inaugural GROW Fellowship
THE National Horticultural Research Institute (NIHORT), Ibadan, has celebrated the selection of one of its scientists, Dr. Gbemisola Okunlola, for…
WACOT renews partnership with Edo govt to drive agric transformation, food security
WACOT Limited, a member of Tropical General Investments (TGI) Group, has extended its agreement with the Edo State Government on…
BOA reports progress on N450bn agricultural financing initiatives
FROM getting hybrid seeds and improved fertiliser into farmers’ hands to helping them find markets for their harvests, the Bank…
NBRDA seeks biotechnology to cut food losses
National Biotechnology Research and Development Agency (NBRDA) has called for greater investment in
Nigeria’s agriculture sector records 4.39% growth in Q2 2026
The Federal Government has said Nigeria’s agricultural sector recorded a 4.39 per cent growth in the second quarter of 2026,…
Nigeria, Denmark deepen cooperation in livestock development
Nigeria and Denmark are strengthening cooperation in livestock development, food safety and animal health, with more than
Nigerian farmers to export potentials at 2026 agric expo
The organisers of Farmfatech Expo 2026 have called for increased investment in local manufacturing, agricultural mechanisation, structured financing and
FAO, UI collaborate to strengthen aquaculture value chains in Nigeria
The Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), FISH4ACP and the Department of Aquaculture and Fisheries Management, University of Ibadan have entered…
Nigeria, UNIDO explore partnership to strengthen livestock traceability, food safety
The Federal Ministry of Livestock Development has commenced discussions with the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO) on potential areas…
Food security: Nigeria’s seed companies mobilise to test TAAT-vetted crop varieties
The ACLBC is targeting more than 200 seed companies across Africa for the adoption and scaling of TAAT-vetted seed technologies.
Atiku faults decline in agricultural exports, urges support for farmers
Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has expressed concern over
FCAH&PT begins conference on smart agriculture, emerging techologies
The Federal College of Animal Health and Production Technology (FCAH&PT), Ibadan, on Monday, began a three-day conference with special focus…
Kwara trains 100 livestock farmers on biosecurity measures to reduce losses
As part of measures to prevent heavy losses from preventable diseases in livestock business, the Kwara State government has engaged…
Unlocking the power of plant genetic resources for food, agriculture through Plant Treaty’s multilateral system
By Ibidunni Adetiloye When Nigerians discuss food security, the conversation often centres on fertiliser, tractors, irrigation and the huge volumes…
Agriculture: FG, states, partners adopt coordinated approach to food security
The Federal Government, state governments, non-state actors and development partners have renewed their commitment to implementing...
Food prices drop by 50% as Germany backs Nigeria’s food security drive — FG
The Federal Government has said prices of some essential food commodities have dropped by up to 50 per cent...
Ekiti ranked high in crop production, cultivated land – Report
Ekiti State has recorded increased production and cultivation of major food crops, with a Federal Government agricultural report showing
BOA, AFAN partner to finance 400,000 farmers for dry season farming
Bank of Agriculture (BOA) has partnered with the All-Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN) to expand access to financing for about…
