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Agriculture Modernisation Key to Nigeria’s Economic Future.

Nigeria’s long-term economic growth will depend heavily on how effectively it transforms its agricultural sector, according to the Japanese Ambassador to Nigeria, Suzuki Hideo. Speaking at the 40th anniversary and annual stakeholders’ workshop of the Sasakawa Africa Association, the ambassador stressed that improving agricultural productivity through modernisation is critical to achieving sustainable development and positioning […]

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FG, EU Launch £2.7m Satellite-Based Agriculture Project to Transform Nigerian Farming

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The Federal Government, in partnership with the European Union (EU), has launched a £2.7 million Earth Observation (EO)-based agricultural innovation project aimed at modernising Nigeria’s agriculture sector through satellite technology, artificial intelligence, and data-driven systems. The initiative is being implemented by the National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) in collaboration with the European Space

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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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Huge Food Waste Amid Hunger in Nigeria

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Nigeria faces a troubling contradiction: while millions struggle with hunger, the country simultaneously wastes an enormous volume of food annually. Reports indicate that Nigeria is currently the highest food waster in Africa, despite widespread food insecurity affecting its population. In 2025, the Global Hunger Index ranked Nigeria 115th out of 123 countries, placing it in

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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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Edo Flags Off 2026 Farming Season, Pushes Farmers Toward Innovation and Higher Productivity

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The Edo State Government has officially launched the 2026 farming season, urging farmers across the state to adopt modern agricultural practices, improved inputs, and innovation-driven methods to boost productivity and strengthen food security. 🚜 Government Emphasis: Early Planting and Modern Inputs Speaking at the flag-off event held at the State Agric Hub, the Commissioner for

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Nigeria’s path to food security and industrial growth must prioritise local agricultural production, stronger value chains, and improved access to markets, rather than depending on imports.

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The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has raised concerns over recommendations by the World Bank, which suggested increased importation of food and petroleum products as a way to address supply shortages. According to CPPE, such a strategy could negatively impact Nigeria’s economy by: Lowering farmgate prices Discouraging agricultural investment Reducing rural incomes

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Fruit Trees Turn Marginal Farms Into Carbon Sinks and Cash Engines

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Fruit-based agroforestry is emerging as a powerful solution for both climate resilience and farmer profitability, with new research from India showing that integrating fruit trees into cropland can increase farmer income by nearly 5X compared to conventional farming systems. 🌍 Key Finding: Agroforestry Dramatically Boosts Farmer Income The study reveals that farms combining fruit trees

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FUAMB’s 599 New Students Signal Long-Term Boost for Nigeria’s Agricultural Talent Pipeline

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Market Insight: Human Capital Investment Is Emerging as a Key Driver of Agricultural Productivity Nigeria’s agricultural transformation is not only about funding and infrastructure—it is increasingly about building the next generation of skilled agripreneurs and innovators. The Federal University of Agriculture Mubi (FUAMB) has matriculated 599 students into its 2025/2026 academic session, marking a steady

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$500M World Bank Agro-Deal: A Turning Point for Nigeria’s Agricultural Commodities?

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Market Insight: Capital Injection Targets Structural Weakness in Nigeria’s Food System Nigeria’s agricultural sector has received a significant boost as the World Bank approved a $500 million credit facility aimed at transforming the country’s agricultural value chains. The funding—channeled through the Nigeria Sustainable Agricultural Value Chains for Growth Project (AGROW)—comes at a critical time when

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