Category: Agriculture
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FCT TRADERS, RESIDENTS LAMENT RISING PRICES OF TOMATOES, PEPPER AND OTHER FOOD ITEMS
Traders and residents in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) are expressing concern over the continued rise in prices of tomatoes, pepper, and other perishable food items. Many traders say prices have increased significantly in recent weeks, making it difficult for them to restock and for customers to afford basic ingredients. They attribute the situation to…
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CASSAVA VIRUS ALERT: EXPERTS WARN FARMERS OVER NEW DEADLY DISEASE THREAT
Cassava farmers in Kebbi State are being alerted to a new and dangerous cassava mosaic virus spreading across parts of Africa. The Central and West African Virus Epidemiology for Root and Tuber Crops (WAVE) says the virus, known as the East African Cassava Mosaic Disease-Uganda variant, has not yet been detected in Nigeria but has…
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MIYETTI ALLAH SEEKS FG LOAN SUPPORT FOR BUTCHERS TO REDUCE BEEF PRICES
The Miyetti-Allah Fulaku Yeso Yeso Development Association (MAFYDA) has appealed to the Federal Government to provide loan support for butchers nationwide to help reduce the rising cost of beef. The association said many butchers are unable to buy cows directly from livestock farmers because of limited funds, forcing them to depend on middlemen who resell…
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COCONUT PROCESSING NOW AMONG NIGERIA’S MOST PROFITABLE AGRO-BUSINESSES — EX-LASCODA BOSS
A former Managing Director of the Lagos State Coconut Development Authority (LASCODA), Mr Dapo Olakulehin, says coconut processing has become one of Nigeria’s most profitable agro-processing businesses. Speaking in Lagos, Olakulehin said growing awareness of the health benefits of coconut products has continued to increase demand across the country. He noted that the coconut value…
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HEAT WAVE LINKED TO RISING ANIMAL DISEASE CASES IN BAUCHI — VETERINARIAN
A Bauchi-based veterinarian, Dr Abubakar Tilde, says rising temperatures are contributing to increased cases of zoonotic diseases in the state. Speaking in Bauchi, the expert said more than 100 animals were treated at veterinary clinics across the metropolis in May 2026, with some illnesses linked to extreme weather conditions and transportation stress. Tilde explained that…
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AFAN CALLS FOR REVIVAL OF NIGERI’S COCOA SECTOR TO BOOST ECONOMY
AFAN has called for urgent efforts to revive Nigeria’s cocoa sector and restore its contribution to the country’s economy. Speaking in Lagos, the association said cocoa was once one of Nigeria’s leading cash crops but has lost its former prominence despite strong global demand. AFAN urged government support for farmers and renewed investment in cocoa…
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NSDC SAYS NIGERIA’S SUGAR SECTOR COULD CREATE ABOUT 1 MILLION JOBS
The National Sugar Development Council (NSDC) says Nigeria’s sugar sector has the potential to generate about one million jobs if fully developed. The Executive Secretary/CEO of NSDC, Mr Kamar Bakrin, made this known during a strategic meeting with the Nigeria Customs Service in Abuja. He said the sector could create both direct and indirect jobs,…
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NIGERIA MOVES TO PROTECT LOCAL BREEDS, BOOST LIVESTOCK FUTURE
The Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Project is stepping up efforts to protect and maximise Nigeria’s indigenous animal genetic resources. Speaking in Abuja, National Coordinator Sanusi Abubakar said the push is key to improving livestock productivity, tackling climate challenges, and strengthening food security. The plan? Get serious about tracking and understanding local breeds—what they are,…
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BENUE’S “AGRIC GOLDMINE” + POULTRY WARNING: EXPERTS SOUND THE ALARM
A former president of the Nigerian Veterinary Medical Association, Charles Ibe, has urged Benue State to fully harness its rich agriculture and livestock sector, describing it as a “goldmine” capable of reducing dependence on federal allocations. Speaking in Makurdi, he highlighted crops like soybeans, cassava, millet, and sorghum as globally competitive assets, stressing that strong…
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BENUE SITTING ON “AGRIC GOLDMINE” — EXPERT URGES STATE TO CASH IN
A former president of the Nigerian Veterinary Medical Association, Charles Ibe, is urging the Benue Government to stop relying heavily on federal allocations and fully tap into its rich agricultural and livestock resources. Speaking in Makurdi during World Veterinary Day events, Ibe described the state as a “goldmine” of crops like soybeans, sorghum, millet, and…
