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Food security: Lagos sets to launch 5yr agricultural devt roadmap

[ad_1] Lagos State Government has concluded plans to launch a 5-Year Agricultural Development Roadmap in line with its THEMES developmental agenda for the state. The state Commissioner for Agriculture, Ms Abisola Olusanya, who disclosed this in Lagos on Wednesday, explained that the roadmap would help the state achieve its goal of making Lagos a 21st […]

Cattle owners and herdsmen-farmers problem: Matters arising

[ad_1] Who are the cattle owners? I would argue that just as the eminently sensible registration of herdsmen and farmers in the forests of Ondo State is critical to tackling the problem of criminality among herdsmen, registration of cattle owners must be acknowledged as critical to achieving a comprehensive solution to the various dimensions of […]

Agribusiness: NASC warns against sale of fake seeds to farmers

[ad_1] The National Agricultural Seeds Council, NASC, warned against the sale of fake seeds to farmers as farming activities commence across the country. The warning was made by the Director-General, NASC, Dr Philip Ojo while speaking on the law guiding seed trade in the country as part of sensitisation activities carried out by the Council. […]

Delta farmers petition Buhari over CBN/NIRSAL programme

[ad_1] Farmers under a registered Co-operative Society, Good Choice Farmers in Degele-Elume in Sapele Local Government of Delta State has appealed to the Federal Government to direct the Governor of Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, and relevant stakeholders to intervene so that they can commence the rice wet season farming. adding that the refusal of […]

Edo Parley FG To Promote Investment In Coconut Plantations

[ad_1] Benin- The Edo State Government has expressed readiness to promote investment in the cultivation of coconuts as part of its strategy to expand its tree crop value chain and diversify its economy. This is coming just as Obaseki administration has expressed its readiness to parley with the federal government in promoting investment in coconut […]

Titan Farms appoints Olubadan as patron

[ad_1] Raji Damilola Kazeem; Member,Trog World (left), Temitope Adeyemi; PA to the CEO, Gbenga Olatunbosun Eyiolawi; CEO,Titan Farms, Oba Saliu Adetunji; Olubadan of Ibadan, Olajumoke Agbetanmije; Executive Assistant to the CEO, Tobi Roleola; HR Manager, Titan Farms, Tolu Oluwo; CEO, Trog World, Gbenga Soyombo; CRM Titan Farms, Femi Olatunji; HOD, Titan Flour, Olamide Akanni; Head […]

Bayer Nigeria partners Akwa Ibom to train 350 youths in agribusiness, farming

[ad_1] Bayer Nigeria Limited — a German agrochemical company, has trained 350 youths in Akwa Ibom State on agricultural involvement and start-up support for agribusiness and farming.   The training, in collaboration with the Akwa Ibom State Ministry of Trade and Investment and Bennycom Agro and Farm Nigeria Limited, which drew participants across the 31 Local Councils, is part of the […]

We Need Govt Support To Boost Our Fishing Activities – Ughere

[ad_1]  Chief Joshua Ughere, the Chairman, Board of Trustees, United Ufuoma Fish Farmers Association, Ekpan, Delta State, in this interview with WILSON MACAULAY, speaks on the achievements of the association and the need for the government to support its activities, among other salient issues. Excerpts:  How long have you been in the business of catfish […]

Global food prices rise for 10th straight month

[ad_1] The FAO food price index averaged 118.5 points in March, 2.1 per cent higher than in February and reaching its highest level since June 2014. Global food commodity prices rose for the 10th conservative month in March, led by vegetable oils and dairy products, the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations has […]

CNH Industrial becomes Augmenta’s strategic partner in crop sensing and machinery automation

Acquiring a minor stake in Augmenta, CNH Industrial becomes Augmenta’s strategic partner in crop sensing and machinery automation, and also foresees future joint research and development collaboration CNH Industrial N.V. has announced its acquisition of a minority stake in Augmenta. (Image source: Adobe stock) CNH Industrial N.V. has announced its acquisition of a minority stake […]

ADM announces new policy to protect forests, biodiversity and communities

ADM’s commitment to sustainable, ethical and responsible production with the release of a new policy to protect forests, biodiversity and communities is a step towards building a more resilient and sustainable food system ADM announces new policy to protect forests, biodiversity and communities. (Image source: Adobe stock) ADM’s chairman and CEO, Juan Luciano, said, “ADM […]

AGCO introduces Y-Logic nutrient delivery system to RoGator application sprayers

AGCO has introduced Y-Logic, a premium nutrient delivery system for its RoGator LiquidLogic and legacy liquid systems Y-Logic brings greater precision to crop nutrient delivery, maximising crop yield and minimising losses to the environment. (Image source: AGCO) Designed by EZ-Drops, Y-Logic’s precision application reduces input and costs, while increasing farmer efficiencies and crop yield. The […]

AFDB, IFAD say Ogun most suitable for special agro-processing zone

[ad_1] Commissioners for Industry, Trade and Investment, Mrs Kikelomo Longe; Finance and Chief Economic Adviser, Mr Dapo Okubadejo (left); African Development Bank (AfDB) Team Lead, Dr. Chukwuma Ezedinma (third left); Representative of Federal Ministry of Finance, Budget and National Planning, Dr (Mrs) Akande (fifth left); Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun (fifth right); Country Director, […]