FG backs agricultural research reform

By Olasunkanmi Onifade The Federal Government has reaffirmed its dedication to strengthening Nigeria’s agricultural research system through the National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF). The fund plays an important role in addressing challenges within the sector and driving innovation for sustainable development. This was stated in a release signed by theContinue Reading

Stakeholders validate northern project studies on poverty reduction

By Felicia Imohimi Stakeholders have validated the Federal Government, International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), and French Development Agency (AFD) Value Chain in Northern Nigeria (VCN) programme’s complementary studies. The programme aims to contribute sustainably to poverty reduction, improved nutrition, and greater resilience among rural and vulnerable populations in northernContinue Reading

Agric show: Stakeholders task FG on food security by 2025

By Felicia Imohimi Agricultural stakeholders in Nigeria have stated that achieving food security by 2025 will only be possible if farmers’ security is guaranteed. Speaking at the ongoing 16th National Agricultural Show (NAS) in Tudun Wada, Nasarawa, the stakeholders called on the government to address the various challenges hindering theContinue Reading

FG, IFAD-SAPZ to boost Nigeria’s agro-industrial dev’t

By FeliciA Imohimi The Federal Government and International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD)-Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZ) programme have pledged to make all states across the country agro-industrial hubs by 2026. Dr Dede Ekoue, Country Director, IFAD, made the pledge at the 1st joint Federal Government/IFAD Supervision Mission Wrap-Up ofContinue Reading

How agricpreneurs contribute to food security, wealth creation

  By Vivian Ihechu, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Ms Rakiya Sadiq’s story is an inspiration for youths especially women in agriculture. Sadiq, a beneficiary of the Golden Morn Agripreneurship Programme of Nestle Nigeria PLC, through her farm, is contributing to ensuring food security and reducing hunger in the country. A graduateContinue Reading