The Kano State Government has commenced registration for farmers under a new digital identity initiative aimed at improving access to agricultural support in 2026. The exercise is designed to capture accurate data, enhance planning, and ensure transparent distribution of government interventions across the state.
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The registration is strictly on a first-come, first-served basis, with farmers advised to complete their application early to secure consideration for upcoming support programmes.
The initiative falls under the Shafi Agriculture programme and targets multiple categories within the agricultural sector.
The government emphasised that the initiative is part of broader efforts to modernise the agricultural sector and improve the delivery of support to genuine farmers.
Programme Coverage
- Crop farming
- Livestock farming
- Fisheries
The government noted that the digital registration will help streamline intervention processes while ensuring that only verified farmers benefit from support schemes.
Access to Support
Registered farmers may be prioritised for:
- Agricultural input support
- Extension services
- Policy-driven interventions
Each successful applicant will be issued a unique farmer identification number along with a verifiable registration slip, which will serve as proof of participation in the programme.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be a farmer residing in Kano State
- Possess a valid National Identity Number (NIN)
- Be actively engaged in crop and/or livestock farming
- Have a physical farm setup
- Have no age restriction
- Provide a Bank of Agriculture account number (where available)
Farmers are encouraged to provide accurate information during registration to avoid disqualification during verification.
How to Apply
Interested applicants are required to complete their registration online via the official portal farmers.manrkano-gov.ng/register.
