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FG Says New Agricultural Mechanisation Policy Will Drive Sector Transformation

The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (FMAFS) has expressed confidence that the proposed National Policy on Agricultural Mechanisation will provide a strategic framework for modernising Nigeria’s agricultural sector and boosting productivity nationwide once approved. Speaking during a two-day policy validation workshop held in Ilorin, Kwara State, the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Marcus […]

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Hidden Reasons Farmers Are Still Poor in Nigeria

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Agriculture remains one of Nigeria’s most important sectors, employing millions of people and feeding the nation. Yet, despite its importance, a painful reality remains: many farmers in Nigeria are still poor. This is not because farming is unprofitable—but because the system around farming is broken in ways most people don’t see. In this guide, we

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Why Food Prices Keep Rising in Nigeria 2026

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Food inflation has become one of the most pressing economic realities in Nigeria today. From rice and yam to maize, tomatoes, and beans, prices continue to climb across markets nationwide. For households, traders, and food processors, the question is no longer whether prices will rise, but why they keep rising and what can be done

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How Artificial Intelligence Is Transforming Agriculture in Nigeria

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Nigeria’s agricultural sector is entering a new era driven not only by tractors, fertilizers, and improved seeds, but increasingly by data, automation, and artificial intelligence (AI). As the country battles food insecurity, climate change, rising production costs, and a rapidly growing population, AI is emerging as one of the most promising tools for improving agricultural

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The Quiet Extinction of the Nigerian Farmer

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How Insecurity, Rising Costs, Climate Shocks and Market Failures Are Pushing Farmers Out of Agriculture Nigeria is witnessing a crisis that receives far less attention than it deserves. It is not a sudden disaster or a single event. It is a slow, painful, and largely unnoticed decline—the quiet extinction of the Nigerian farmer. Across the

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The Tools Nigerian Farmers Need to Increase Productivity, Income, and Climate Resilience

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Smallholder farmers remain the foundation of Nigeria’s food system, producing the majority of the food consumed across the country. From rice and maize to cassava, yam, and vegetables, their contribution sustains millions of households and keeps local markets active. Despite this enormous responsibility, many farmers continue to struggle with low productivity, poor access to finance,

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The Growing Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Agriculture in Nigeria and Kenya.

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Artificial intelligence (AI) is gradually transforming agriculture across Africa, particularly in countries like Nigeria and Kenya, where technology adoption is expanding rapidly. Experts estimate that AI could contribute as much as $2.9 trillion to Africa’s economy by 2030, with agriculture emerging as one of the sectors expected to benefit the most. In recent years, African

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Insects4Feed: Revolutionizing Nigeria’s Feed Industry with Data-Driven Insight

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The Insects4Feed Impact Cluster, launched in 2021, is redefining Nigeria’s agricultural future through a powerful blend of innovation, sustainability, and market intelligence. Supported by the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) and a consortium of Dutch and Nigerian businesses, research institutions, and social enterprises, the initiative leverages Black Soldier Fly (BSF) farming to tackle three critical challenges:

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From Farm to Fridge: Nigeria’s N160bn Cold-Chain Gap Emerging as Next Agribusiness Frontier

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Nigeria’s cold-chain logistics sector is fast becoming one of the most attractive opportunities in agribusiness, with experts estimating a market gap of about N160 billion. As post-harvest losses continue to drain billions from the economy, investors are increasingly viewing temperature-controlled storage and transport as the next major frontier in agricultural infrastructure. However, behind this opportunity

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Poultry Farmers Turn to Homemade Feed as Costs Reshape the Industry

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Nigeria’s poultry sector is undergoing a major shift as many farmers now produce their own feed instead of relying on commercial manufacturers. The move is driven by rising production costs and the need to protect already thin profit margins. Although the prices of key feed ingredients such as maize and soybeans have reportedly fallen by

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