| Commodity | Previous | Current | Variation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rice | 400 | 500 | 100 |
| Garri | 250 | 300 | 50 |
| White Beans | 550 | 400 | 150 |
| Soya Beans | 450 | 400 | 50 |
| Guinea Corn | 250 | 220 | 30 |
| Commodity | Previous | Current | Variation |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Yam | 300 | 350 | 50 |
| Sweet Potatoes | 420 | 575 | 155 |
| Irish Potatoes(SB) | 2400 | 2500 | 100 |
| Irish Potatoes(MB) | 2900 | 3000 | 100 |
| Irish Potatoes(LB) | 3900 | 4000 | 100 |
| Commodity | Previous | Current | Variation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orange(PB) | 340 | 350 | 10 |
| Water Melon | 300 | 300 | 0 |
| Banana Bunch | 200 | 240 | 40 |
| Avogadro Pear(PB) | 600 | 600 | 0 |
| Apple | 200 | 250 | 50 |
| Commodity | Previous | Current | Variation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tomatoes Basket | 9000 | 7500 | 1500 |
| Onions (MB) | 1200 | 1300 | 100 |
| Onions (MB) | 1500 | 1700 | 200 |
| Carrot | 1400 | 1200 | 200 |
| Cucumber(RB) | 500 | 300 | 200 |
| Commodity | Previous | Current | Variation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gold 24 Karat | 14940.18 | 14,217.71 | 722.47 |
| Diamond/ Carat | 2,109,056 | 2,118,100 | 9,044 |
| Iron Ore/Metric Ton | 25,278.34 | 25,305.91 | 27.57 |
| Silver/Ounce | 5,000 | 5,442.44 | 442.44 |
| Platinum/Gram | 11400.54 | 10,572.55 | 827.99 |
| Commodity | Previous | Current | Variation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cattle | 160,000 | 130,000 | 30,000 |
| Sheep | 60,000 | 35,000 | 25,000 |
| Goat | 21,000 | 12,000 | 9,000 |
| Chicken | 2,000 | 1,300 | 700 |
| Pig | 40,000 | 35,000 | 5,000 |
Effect of Organic Agriculture on Our Environment.
Abuja – Stakeholders in the Organic Agriculture Sector say the practice of organic farming will be the saviour of health and environment sectors of the country. The stakeholders made the assertion at the opening ceremony of the Train the Trainers programme, northern segment organised by the Association of Organic Agriculture Practitioners of Nigeria on Monday […]
Nigerian Farmers are heading the Agricultural Mainstream
Nature Farming in Nigeria Since the inception of inorganic fertilizers and other farm chemicals which accompanied the use of machines in commercial farming, most commercial and wealthy farmers have abandoned the natural and ecofriendly way of food production and seamlessly adopted inorganic farming methods which are commonly perceived as being more economically viable in commercial […]
Lake Chad among the major problems to fishing in Nigeria – Buhari
President Muhammadu Buhari, Friday, in Abuja, said his administration will continue to keep the issue of reviving the Lake Chad on the front burner and exert more commitment from the developed countries to do the needful. Speaking during a courtesy visit by the Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) and his investiture as Patron of the Foundation, […]
Nassarawa State Farmers: We will only vote leaders that will build Agriculture in 2019
The farmers, under the aegis of Association of Small Scale Agro Producers in Nigeria, said that they would subject every candidate’s agenda to a thorough screening to determine their commitment to boosting the sector. Nasarawa farmers have said that their support for candidates seeking elective positions in 2019 will be determined by their programmes for […]
NIGERIAN FARMERS ARE EMBRACING HYDROPONICS FOR BETTER RESULT
In May 2016, the invasion of the Tuta absoluta moth was all Nigerians were talking about. The pest, also known as the tomato leafminer, and nicknamed “tomato ebola,” ravaged hundreds of tomato farms in northern Nigeria, where most of the country’s tomato crops are located. The episode led to an increase in the price of […]
Killing of farmers threatens food security in Northeast Nigeria
Repeated attacks against farmers risk aggravating the food crisis in Northeast Nigeria. Farmers must be protected so they can cultivate their lands and return to their families alive, urged the Norwegian Refugee Council today. The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is horrified by the killing of at least 12 farmers in Kalle village, Borno state, Northeast […]
Black soldier flies farming can save 60% animal feeds
By 2050, world population will increase by 2 billion people. Consequently, demand for animal protein – fish, chicken, pork, to mention but a few will increase. Presently, the cost of fishmeal and soya bean is soaring higher by the day. Reason being that the nation’s oceans are currently over fished! Farmers in Nigeria spend between […]
How to set up Cattle Farming in Nigeria.
Are you interested in entering into cattle farming business in Nigeria and don’t know where or how to begin? Then, here is a perfect guide for you. Don’t forget we have earlier wrote about how to make money from poultry business in Nigeria, How to start pig farming, how to start snail farming how to start dairy business in Nigeria, and fish farming business […]
Dry season farming, panacea for food security in Nigeria
he Provost of the Federal Collage of Horticulture Dadin-kowa, Gombe State, Professor Fatima Sawa, has said the country can achieve food security if numerous youth rooming the streets are engaged in dry season farming. Professor Sawa who made the call at the weekend in an interview with newsmen, said engaging youth in farming will provide […]
FG to establish Songhai model farming in 109 senatorial zones
Alhaji Suleiman Adamu, the Minister of Water Resources on Wednesday, said the ministry had started the process of establishing Songhai model of agriculture to increase food production and job creation. Adamu, who said this at the ongoing Nigeria Media Water Week in Abuja, noted that this was also in line with the Federal Government’s Economic […]
U.S. invests N8.6 billion to boost small-scale farming in Nigeria
United States Africa Development Foundation has invested over N8.64 billion ($24 million) to boost capacity of farmers across the country. Speaking at an Agriculture mini-fair, organised by the foundation in collaboration with Diamond Development Initiative, stakeholders in the sector, including the U.S. Ambassador to Nigeria, Stuart Syminton, Executive Director, Diamond Development Initiative, Adamu Garba, President, […]
Emulate Kebbi’s 10% budgets to agriculture, stakeholders tell other states
Professionals and stakeholders in the agricultural sector have called on other states in the country to emulate the Kebbi State government, which has been working the talking by consistently allocating over 10 per cent of the state budget to the sector since 2015. The Coordinator of Oxfam International (an international confederation of 20 Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) working […]
How To Start Goat Farming
Goat farming is one of the most rewarding animal rearing business anyone can engage in anywhere in the world. Goat meats are widely accepted and consumed round the globe, while the milk is also gaining in popularity and is being sold in supermarkets across the United States, Europe and Asia and represent the bulk of […]
How Buhari’s PFI programme boosts fertiliser supply for farming in Nigeria
Ogbonnaya Chukwu, the general manager, Ebonyi State Fertiliser and Chemical Company Limited (EFCCL) sat behind a busy desk in his scantily-furnished office as he spoke glowingly about the Presidential Fertiliser Initiative while a generator coughed outside. “Last year the company joined the Presidential Fertiliser Initiative (PFI) of the federal government and since then the company […]
Nigeria, Morocco agree to promote agricultural cooperation
The minister of agriculture and rural development, Audu Ogbeh, and his Moroccan counterpart, Aziz Akhannouch, have signed a cooperation agreement on vocational training and technical support, which will enhance capacity for agricultural management in Nigeria. The two countries signed three agreements on agricultural cooperation, a gas pipeline and a basic chemicals platform. Further discussions will […]
NIGERIA IS THE 4TH LARGEST PRODUCER OF CASHEW IN THE WORLD
On Thursday, 11th of January 2018, the National Cashew Association of Nigeria (NCAN) revealed that Nigeria has become the fourth largest producer of cashew in the world. This was made known when NCAN President, Tola Fasheru visited the Minister of State for Industry, Trade and Investment, Aisha Abubakar in Abuja. According to Tola Fasheru, cashew farmers […]
Obaseki Urge Farmers to seek Information about Modern Farming
Gov. Godwin Obaseki of Edo has advocated the need to link farmers to extension services, saying the nation’s agricultural sector has been witnessing setbacks due to poor farming practices. Obaseki made the call while declaring open the maiden edition of the Edo Food and Agric Fair, holding at Imaguero College, Benin, from Dec. 10 to […]
NISRAL to facilitate N78bn to Agriculture Sector in Nigeria.
The slow pace of socio-economic transformation in Nigeria can be attributed to the neglect of the agricultural sector as an engine of growth. Amongst some of the key roadblocks identified by the team of experts assigned some years back by the Central Bank of Nigeria to dig out the problem of the sector was access […]
Seedlings factory in Cross River records its first harvest
The Cross River State Rice Seeds and Seedlings factory which was commissioned few months ago by President Muhammadu Buhari has recorded its first seeds harvest. The factory with the capacity to generate over N14 billion as revenue annually to the state will process seeds and seedlings for hybrid rice cultivation for local consumption and export. […]
Udom Emmanuel has the Midas Touch in Agriculture
When he was sworn in as governor in 2015, Mr. Udom Emmanuel of Akwa Ibom State, made it clear that his election was an event of some importance. He said “the Akwa Ibom people had come together not to celebrate the triumph of a party, but to celebrate the victory of hope.” He promised “to […]
Maize Farmers seeks improved Equipment.
Maize Growers, Processors and Marketers Association of Nigeria, Oyo state chapter has called on the Federal Government to make farming implements available for its members for optimal productivity. Mr Israel Oluwagbemileke, the Chairman of the Association made the call in an interview with our reporters on Monday in Ibadan. He said that the farmers needed […]
Snail farming, very profitable Business
Dr Yemi Popoola, a Livestock Specialist at the Institute of Agricultural Research and Training (IAR&T), Ibadan, says snail farming is a very profitable means of livelihood. Popoola told our reporters on Wednesday in Ibadan that Nigerians ought to explore snail farming as the Federal Government was now promoting the diversification of the economy. The expert […]
AIICO Insurance company unveils new initiative to boost Agriculture in Nigeria
Aiico Insurance Plc, on Wednesday launched its new product aimed to strengthen the agricultural sector. Mr Edwin Igbiti, AIICO Managing Director said at the launch of the `AIICO Agriculture insurance’ in Lagos that it would boost agriculture production, economic development and employment rate in the country.Igbiti said the move was in response to the dire […]
Brazil to inject $1.1b into Nigeria’s agriculture sector to boost it.
The Brazilian Ambassador to Nigeria, Ricardo Guerra de Araujo, says Brazil will soon inject 1.1 billion dollars into Nigeria’s agriculture. The envoy said on Thursday night in an interview with News Agency of Nigeria in Abuja that an agreement between Brazil and Nigeria on the matter would be concluded by the end of October. The ambassador spoke at […]