Experts Urge Nigerian Farmers to Embrace Climate-Smart Agriculture
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Good Land, Neglected Farmers, Missed Opportunity: Nigeria’s Coffee Challenge
Nigeria has the land, climate, and proximity to a growing global market, yet the country’s coffee sector remains largely untapped. Coffee cultivation has always existed in Nigeria, but the critical question is: why does a nation with ideal conditions for specialty coffee produce so little for the global market? The answer is multi-layered. Structural challenges,
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EU Pledges €1 Million to Boost Nigeria’s Climate-Smart Agriculture
The European Union (EU) has pledged €1 million to support Nigeria’s transition to climate-smart agriculture through a pioneering twinning project aimed at strengthening food security, resilience, and agricultural value chains. The 12-month initiative, with a potential three-month extension, is being implemented in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security and a consortium
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Agriculture Remains the Backbone of Nigeria’s Economy – Federal Government
FG highlights agriculture’s role in food security, employment and poverty reduction The Federal Government of Nigeria has reaffirmed that agriculture remains the backbone of the nation’s economy and a critical sector for achieving food security, job creation and poverty reduction. The Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyari, made this known during the Annual
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Nigeria Losing Up to 50% of Food Production to Waste, Experts Advocate Large-Scale Commercial Farming
Stakeholders warn inefficiencies in Nigeria’s food supply chain are worsening food insecurity Nigeria may be losing as much as 50 percent of the food produced within its agricultural system before it reaches consumers, a development experts say highlights deep inefficiencies in the country’s food supply chain and the urgent need for large-scale commercial farming. The
How to succeed at Poultry Farming in Nigeria: Complete Beginner’s Guide to Starting a Profitable Poultry Farm
Poultry farming is one of the fastest-growing agricultural businesses in Nigeria. With the increasing demand for affordable protein such as chicken meat and eggs, poultry farming has become a reliable source of income for thousands of farmers across the country. From small backyard operations to large commercial farms, poultry production plays a critical role in
Dry Season Rice Farming in Nigeria: The Top Innovations Transforming Production
Agriculture remains a central pillar of Nigeria’s economy, employing over 30% of the workforce and contributing significantly to national GDP and food security. Within this landscape, dry season rice farming has emerged as one of the most strategic agricultural innovations reshaping Nigeria’s food system in 2025. As climate variability intensifies and rice consumption continues to
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When Degrees Lead Back to the Soil: Reassessing the Value of Western Education in Nigeria
Across rural Nigeria, a subtle yet profound transformation is taking place. University graduates — trained in engineering, sociology, microbiology, political science, and other disciplines — are returning to their ancestral communities, not for ceremonial visits but to engage fully in agriculture. What was once considered a symbol of limited opportunity is now emerging as a
Soil Degradation Driving the Rise of Regenerative Agriculture
Declining soil health and increasing climate pressures are forcing a global rethink of agricultural practices, pushing regenerative agriculture from a niche concept into mainstream farming discussions. Land degradation and extreme weather conditions are exposing the vulnerability of traditional farming systems, with serious implications for food supply chains, commodity markets, and economic stability. The growing urgency
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