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[ad_1] To cushion the effect of market closure across Lagos State, as a restrictive measures to break the transmission of Covid-19, the state government has set up makeshift markets for food and agricultural produce in selected schools across selected council areas. The makeshift markets will be located at Bishop Aggey Primary School, Ilasamaja; Ajenifuja Primary […]
Following a recent alert by the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) on the use of paracetamol tablets in food preparation, some Lagosians have expressed shock and disappointment. They told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in separate interviews that the news came to them as a shock. READ MORE: The planty […]
Following growing concerns about the illegal use of dangerous chemicals for the preservation of fish,the federal government has expressed its determination to fight the scourge to a standstill to forestall health problems that may arise from what it describes as an unwholesome act. Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Alhaji Mohammed Nanono,gave this assurance while […]
By Betty Amihere Stakeholders in the animal and food sector have advised that except the current challenges militating against the establishment, hygiene operations and management of abattoirs are addressed, Nigeria’s chances of achieving a high level of food safety and quality of life may not be feasible. Speaking at the 2019 Food Safety Symposium organised […]
Following the rising concern on the influx of processed food in the system; nutrition experts have raised alarm on the growing rate of child obesity, considered another form of malnutrition. The post Experts raise alarm over influx of processed food appeared first on – Nigeria and World News. Source link
“Prices Of Food Stuff Crashes” Prices of food items have started crashing in parts of Nasarawa State following the arrival of newly harvested farm produce. A survey conducted by NAN in some markets in Keffi Local Government Area of the state on Wednesday revealed that the prices of maize and local rice had reduced but […]
“Groundbreaking Block Farming Initiative” The International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT) today announces a partnership with Alluvial Agriculture, a collective farming business grouping thousands of smallholders in Nigeria. CIAT, a research center for the Consultative Group for International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) – a global research partnership for a food-secure future supported by private foundations, national […]
“Stakeholders Task FG On Investment In Meat Value Chain” Stakeholders in the meat industry have appealed to the Federal Government to improve the state of the country’s butcheries, by investing in storage processing hubs, to meet the huge meat demand locally. They said this at a workshop in Lagos. While commending the Lagos State government […]
Nutritional Value Soya Beans: Experts have described soya bean as one of the most consumed legumes in the world, due to its essential nutrients that maintain and improves human health. Soya bean is revered as a good meal source for people who are on diet. Its protein content enhances metabolic functions in the body and […]
Nigeria Veterinary Medical Association, NVMA, Lagos chapter has called for proper handling of processed meat and meat products in the country. The Association Chairman, Dr. Alao Mobolaji said consumption of poorly handled meat and meat products often comes with health risks and diseases that could be fatal. “Meat protein remains a major source of protein […]
The Emir of Argungu, Alhaji Samai’la Muhammad Mera, has urged the National Assembly to pass the Right to Food Bill without further delay. The traditional ruler made the plea while receiving the coalition of civil society groups promoting the right of every Nigerian to Food. The Emir while responding to a presentation on the Right […]
Scientists from IITA and partner institutions have carried out the first known proteomic investigation into plantain. The results of the study are featured in a paper, titled “The plantain proteome, a focus on allele specific proteins obtained from plantain fruits” by N.A. Campos, R. Swennen, and S.C. Carpentier. Proteomics entails the study of the expression […]
Lagos Butchers: Towards ensuring that all operations in Lagos State abattoir meet international standard, the state ministry of agriculture held a one-day stakeholders’ workshop for butchers at the Oko-Oba abattoir, to put a permanent end to illegal slaughtering activities at the abattoir. The Commissioner for Agriculture, Mr. Oluwatoyin Suarau, who addressed the participants, reiterated the […]
Groundnuts Heath Benefits, Groundnuts, also known as peanuts, are considered a very healthy snack. Although small in size it plays a vital nutritional role and contains amazing health benefits. The health benefits includes: 1. Helps Promote Fertility (Folate) Peanuts contain a good amount of folate. Repeated studies have shown that women who had a daily […]
The Chairman of Amalgamated Enugu State Farmers Association, Romanus Eze, says government policies and investments in local rice production have increased patronage of the staple food.