Category: Agriculture
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CASHEW INDUSTRY CRIES OUT: “GIVE US SUPPORT OR LOSE GLOBAL EDGE”
The National Cashew Association of Nigeria is calling on the Federal Government to step in with incentives to revive Nigeria’s struggling cashew value chain. Its president, Joseph Ajanaku, says high production, storage, and processing costs are squeezing farmers and processors making it hard to compete globally. Top of the wishlist: low-interest loans (3–5%) for processors,…
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POULTRY FARMERS CRY OUT: ‘NO MONEY, NO EGGS’ IN LAGOS
Poultry farmers in Lagos are raising alarm over lack of financing, warning it’s crippling their ability to expand production. Farmers say stocking birds now costs millions, with one producer revealing she spent nearly ₦2 million just to fill her pens — a cost many can’t sustain, leaving some pens empty. To cope, many now raise…
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FOOD SECURITY PUSH: FG AGENCY URGES FARMERS TO EMBRACE GM CROPS
The Director-General of the National Biotechnology Research and Development Agency, Prof. Abdullahi Mustapha, is urging farmers to adopt genetically modified (GM) technology to boost food production and income. Speaking at a sensitisation event in Kano, Mustapha said GM crops are safe, well-tested, and designed to increase yield while reducing reliance on harmful pesticides. He explained…
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COCOA BOOM: OSUN PLANTS 400,000 SEEDLINGS IN 3 YEARS
Governor Ademola Adeleke says Osun has planted 400,000 cocoa seedlings since 2023, distributing them to farmers at subsidised rates as part of a broader plan to reclaim its spot among Nigeria’s top cocoa producers. But it’s not just cocoa—80,000 cashew and 60,000 oil palm seedlings have also gone into the ground, signaling a strong diversification…
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REGISTER NOW OR MISS OUT—FARMERS URGED AHEAD OF PLANTING SEASON
The Young Farmers’ Association is urging farmers in Enugu to register with the state Ministry of Agriculture to access subsidised inputs for the 2026 planting season. According to Chairman Kenneth Eze, registered farmers stand to benefit from fertilisers, seedlings, and even tractors—support that could boost productivity. With rains already setting in, farmers are also encouraged…
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AFAN GETS NEW LEADERSHIP IN ENUGU AFTER 7-YEAR GAP
Emmanuel Eneh has emerged as the new Chairman of the All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN) in Enugu State, following a consensus election involving delegates from all 17 LGAs. Eneh will lead the association for the next three years, alongside a new executive team including Chief Emma Okenwa (Deputy Chairman) and other zonal vice chairmen.…
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₦472K BOOST: 100 ABIA YOUTHS, WOMEN GET AGRIBUSINESS START-UP CASH
The LIFE-ND has kicked off cash disbursement to agribusiness trainees in Abia State, with 100 beneficiaries receiving ₦472,000 each as start-up capital. The beneficiaries, drawn from a larger pool of 276, got their cheques in Umuahia after completing hands-on training in processing and marketing at incubation centres. State Project Coordinator Uchenna Onyeizu said more beneficiaries…
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RICE FARMERS CRY FOUL AS IMPORT SURGE HITS LOCAL PRODUCTION
Cheaper imported rice is flooding markets but local farmers say it’s costing them their livelihoods. Rice farmers across Nigeria are raising alarm over rising imports, warning that the trend is crippling local production and pushing many out of business. Stakeholders say the situation worsened after the Federal Government’s import duty waiver on rice in 2024,…
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AFAN REGISTERS 2,700 FARMERS IN KADUNA, TARGETS 50,000 IN NEW AGRIC PUSH
The All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN) in Kaduna says it has registered about 2,700 farmers as it positions members to benefit from a new agricultural empowerment programme. State Chairman, Kabiru Salihu, disclosed that the registration—featuring over 700 women—is part of efforts to build credible data for planning and ensure fair access to support initiatives.…
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AGROCHEMICAL MISUSE: EXPERTS PUSH FOR STRONGER FARMER EDUCATION
Agriculture experts are calling for stronger awareness campaigns to tackle the misuse of agrochemicals among Nigerian farmers, warning that a major communication gap is fueling the problem. Speaking in Lagos, agriculture communication specialist Ismail Olawale said many smallholder farmers lack access to clear, understandable information on how to safely use these products. According to him,…
