The Federal Government states that smallholder farmers continue to be the foundation of Nigeria’s agricultural sector, playing a crucial role…
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ASHENEWS reports that the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (UNFAO) is calling for submissions from innovative individuals and institutions in the agriculture value chain for UNFAO Award for Innovation.
Agriculture experts have advocated “smart farming practices” to combat climate change, improve productivity and enhance food security in the country.…
ASHENEWS reports that the Niger State governor, Mohammed Bago on Thursday inaugurated a committee to recover all grazing reserves in the state.
ASHENEWS reports that a leading agritech company that is transforming smallholder farming in Africa, RiceAfrika has secured the support of the Somaliland government to introduce its tech-driven solutions to boost agricultural productivity in the country.
The World Aquaculture Society (WAS), African chapter, in the West African region, says Nigeria’s aquaculture sector has the potential to generate an annual revenue of 296 billion dollars.
A fish feed miller and Chief Executive Officer, Prodave Floating Feeds, Mr. Okon Amah, has expressed deep concern over the…
ASHENEWS reports that the Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago says the state is set to receive 300 tractors and 1,000 handhelds by the end of February 2024.
Northern Nigeria’s response to the food crisis has been to play the ostrich and effectively act the role of the Dog in this time of famine. This, it is doing by stylishly and selfishly ethnicising the food crisis situation. The North’s stand is always predictably selfish, as if it is destined to go the way of the self, as against the collective.
The Federal government is supporting 250 smallholder farmers as a step to enhance agricultural productivity in the Federal Capital Territory…