Tag: #PlantingSeason
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FCT FARMERS WORRY OVER RISING INPUT COSTS DESPITE PROMISING RAINS
Farmers across the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) say the 2026 planting season has started with both hope and concern. While early rainfall has encouraged cultivation, many farmers say soaring costs of fertilisers, seeds, agrochemicals and labour are making farming increasingly difficult. Some farmers told the press that fertiliser prices have risen sharply compared to last…
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PLANTING SEASON: FARMERS HOPEFUL OVER RAINS, WORRIED BY RISING INPUT COSTS
Farmers in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and surrounding communities have expressed mixed feelings as the 2026 planting season gets underway. While many farmers say the early rains have created favourable conditions for cultivation, they are concerned about the rising costs of fertilisers, seeds, agrochemicals and labour. Some farmers say the increasing expenses have forced…
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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…
