Agriculture
The Cocoa Farmers Association of Nigeria is calling on President Bola Tinubu to prioritize funding for the nation’s cocoa industry to maintain its prosperity. In an open letter, the association emphasized the critical need for financial backing to sustain the National Cocoa Management Committee (NCMC), which has faced operational challenges due to a lack of […]
The Lagos State Government has announced that 26 agriculture-focused startups recently showcased their plans to scale operations, vying for a portion of a substantial N100 million grant designed to bolster the growth of MSMEs in the agribusiness sector. This funding initiative, part of the “Lagos Agrithon” programme, is intended to stimulate agricultural and food-related innovation, […]
The Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI), alongside Autodex Nigeria Limited and Afreximbank, has launched the inaugural Farm, Food, and Allied Technologies Expo (FARMFATECH) 2024. This Announcement was made by ACCI President, Chief Emeka Obegolu, the three-day event in Abuja aims to foster partnerships, particularly between Nigeria and China, attract over 500 exhibitors, and […]
The Sokoto State House of Assembly has approved the ongoing provision of subsidized food and other essential commodities for residents. This decision was reported by the News Agency of Nigeria, which noted that the assembly also plans to commend Governor Ahmed Aliyu for his proactive measures to alleviate the hardships faced by the populace. Recently, […]
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has attributed the challenges facing food security in Africa to a lack of continuity and frequent changes in policy. Speaking at the unveiling of Okun Rice in Asero, Abeokuta, on Thursday, he emphasized that the government should focus on creating an environment conducive for the private sector to thrive rather than […]
Africa’s agricultural sector is poised to chart new paths toward sustainable food security at the forthcoming Agriculture Summit Africa (ASA) 2024. This seventh edition of the summit, scheduled to be held in Abuja on November 11, comes under the timely theme, “Transitioning from Scarcity to Security,” as the continent confronts soaring food inflation and severe […]
The cost of perishable items has sharply declined across major towns in Yobe, Borno, and Adamawa states, according to the News Agency of Nigeria. In Damaturu, Yobe, prices have plummeted by up to 50 percent, reflecting a significant shift in the market. For example, a large basket of tomatoes that was priced at N120,000 between […]
In a bid to address critical issues of food security and rising inflation, the Federal Government has unveiled a new Agriculture and Water Resources Joint Action Committee. The announcement came from Senator Aliyu Abdullahi, the Minister of State for Agriculture, during a speech at the National Youth Convention in Abuja on Thursday. The event was […]
The Federal Government has unveiled plans to replenish the National Strategic Food Reserve System to combat food insecurity and stabilize food prices across Nigeria. At the launch of the 2024 Global Food Policy Report, themed “Improving Food Systems for Healthy Diets and Nutrition in Nigeria: Policies and Actions,” Minister of State for Agriculture and Food […]
In a decisive move to uphold food safety standards, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has shut down a private rice factory in Niger State due to unhygienic practices. This action followed a routine inspection of the facility, highlighting serious concerns over its production environment and adherence to good manufacturing […]
