Tag: #Agriculture
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PINEAPPLE FARMERS SEEK PROCESSING, EXPORTS TO REDUCE POST-HARVEST LOSSES
Pineapple farmers on Wednesday July 8 in Lagos, called for increased investment in processing facilities and export development. They said a significant proportion of harvested pineapples was lost before reaching consumers because of the fruit’s highly perishable nature and inadequate value-addition facilities. Mr Afolabi Odunlami, and Mrs Iyanu Falaye, both pineapple farmers, agreed that many…
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HIGH COST OF TOMATO BLAMED ON LOW HARVEST, RISING PRODUCTION COSTS
Mr Oyeleke Bola, National President, Tomato and Orchard Producers Association of Nigeria (TOPAN), says low harvests due to the rains and rising production costs are responsible for the current high costs of tomato in Nigeria. He disclosed this in an interview on Monday July 6 in Abuja. Bola explained that production costs which included pest…
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PETER OBI URGES URGENT ACTION OVER U.N. WARNING ON NORTHERN NIGERIA
Mr. Peter Obi has called for urgent government intervention following a United Nations warning of a worsening food crisis in Northern Nigeria. In a post on his X account, the former Anambra State governor described the situation as alarming, noting that Northern Nigeria has traditionally served as the country’s major food-producing region. He stressed the…
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KWARA POLY EMBRACES COMMERCIAL FARMING TO BOOST REVENUE, TRAIN STUDENTS
The Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin, has embraced commercial agriculture, as part of a broader strategy to strengthen practical education, promote food security, and generate sustainable income. Speaking with journalists during the maiden harvest at the institution’s commercial farm in Ilorin, the Rector, Dr. Abdul Jimoh Mohammed, said the initiative marks the beginning of a long-term…
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JIGAWA COURTS INVESTORS, SHOWCASE OPPORTUNITIES IN AGRICULTURE, ENERGY AND MANUFACTURING AT J-INVEST 2026
Jigawa State is intensifying efforts to attract new investments and drive economic growth, with Governor Umar Namadi calling for stronger partnerships at the Second Jigawa State Economic and Investment Summit, J-INVEST 2026, held in Dutse. Speaking at the summit, Namadi said the event was designed to move beyond discussions and create practical investment opportunities. He…
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LASCAFAN TARGETS 500 YOUTHS FOR AQUACULKTURE TRAINING TO BOOST FOOD SECURITY AND JOBS
Nigeria’s aquaculture sector could soon see more young faces as the Lagos State Catfish and Allied Farmers Association of Nigeria (LASCAFAN) plans to train and equip 500 youths in fish farming and aquaculture before the end of 2026. LASCAFAN Chairman, Olatoye Fajimi, said the initiative is aimed at addressing the ageing workforce in the sector,…
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BPP TO LAUNCH NEW NATIONAL FOOD PROCUREMENT GUIDELINES ON JULY 13
The Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) has announced plans to unveil the National Guidelines for Public Procurement of Food and Related Services on July 13 in Abuja as part of efforts to strengthen transparency and efficiency in public procurement. According to the Director-General of BPP, Dr. Adebowale Adedokun, the new framework was developed in collaboration…
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WORLD CASSAVA DAY: EXPERT ADVOCATES VALUE ADDITION
The Chief Innovation and Commercialisation Officer of Matna Foods Ltd., Dr Tony Bello, on Saturday June 27, urged stakeholders to prioritise value addition to unlock the full industrial and economic potential of Nigeria’s cassava sector. Bello said although Nigeria remains the world’s largest cassava producer, with annual output exceeding 60 million metric tonnes, the achievement…
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ALIMOSHO LG CHAIRMAN REAFFIRMS SUPPORT FOR FARMERS, ANNOUNCES AUGUST FOOD INITIATIVE
The Chairman of Alimosho Local Government, Akinpelu Johnson, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting farmers, describing agriculture as a key driver of food security, economic growth, and community development. Speaking during a meeting with members of the All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN) and other agricultural stakeholders, Johnson said farmers remain central to the…
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FG LAUNCHES TECHNICAL WORKING GROUP TO IMPROVE FOOD SAFETY AND AGRICULTURAL EXPORTS
The Federal Government has inaugurated a Technical Working Group (TWG) on Agricultural Produce Residue Standards as part of efforts to strengthen food safety and improve the quality of Nigerian agricultural exports. Speaking in Abuja, the Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Sen. Aliyu Abdullahi, said the initiative is aimed at helping Nigerian agricultural…
