The National Biosafety Management Agency (NBMA) says it will provide guidance and requisite support to supermarkets to ensure that the importation of genetically modified products is in line with stipulated standards.
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An agro-based group, Nigerian Youth and Women in Agriculture, has recommended the mainstreaming of women and youth in the implementation of the Federal Government’s food security policies.
Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) on Wednesday launched an agro-processing center in Sabon Gari Kahuta, Kauru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, where it forecasted to generate N182,9 million in revenue in the first fiscal year.
The Federal Government says it is committed to expanding irrigation development and reactivating the Moribund schemes in its bid to enhance food security in the country.
The Deputy Governor of Nasarawa State, Dr. Emmanuel Agbaduhas called on stakeholders and development partners to invest massively in agriculture to transform Nigeria into a virile country for food security and value chain addition.
Local production of 2,000 tractors a year will boost food production, the minister of agriculture and food security, Sen. Abubakar Kyari, said in Abuja on Friday.
The Federal Government on Monday laid the foundation for the building of 57 units of houses, under the Staff Housing Estate project of the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security.
The Federal Government is to deepen its collaboration with the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) through technology to boost food production and improve the livelihood of smallholder farmers.
The Nigerian Veterinary Medical Association (NVMA), has called on all state governments in the federation to provide lands for private veterinary clinics and hospitals to safeguard public health.
Vice President Kashim Shettima has sought the assistance of the United States Government on President Bola Tinubu administration’s food security agenda.