Agriculture
FG to boost palm oil production, cut $600m imports, save $500m yearly
The Federal Government has unveiled plans to significantly boost palm oil production as part of efforts to reduce import dependence...
Agriculture
4 Innovations Shaping the Future of Agriculture in Nigeria and Africa
Agriculture across Africa is entering a new phase driven by technology, efficiency, and sustainability. As population growth increases food demand...
Agriculture
NACCIMA launches 20 million economic trees initiative to boost wealth creation
The Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA), in partnership with the NACCIMA Youth Entrepreneurs (NYE)...
Livestock
FG plans Regional Fodder Hub for North-Central and South-West Nigeria
The Federal Government, through the Federal Ministry of Livestock Development, has commenced plans to establish a Regional Fodder Hub covering...
Agriculture
Katsina Govt begins sale of subsidised fertiliser for 2026 rainy season
The Katsina State Government has commenced the sale of subsidised fertiliser for the 2026 rainy farming season, as part of...
Livestock
Jigawa moves to deepen poultry sector with India partnership
The Jigawa State Government is advancing plans to strengthen poultry production through a strategic partnership with India-based Srinivasa Farms Pvt....
Agriculture
Plateau distributes motorcycles, forage crushers, milking cans to livestock farmers
The Plateau State Government has intensified efforts to strengthen its livestock value chain with the distribution of motorcycles and shared...
AgribusinessGrant
Shecluded NomaMata Program 2026 for Women Farmers in Nigeria (Grant and Training)
Women farmers in Northern Nigeria now have a new opportunity to strengthen their agricultural businesses through the Shecluded NomaMata Program,...
Agribusiness
Edo flags off 2026 Back-to-Farm scheme, distributes farm inputs
The Edo State Government has officially commenced the 2026 farming season with the launch of the second phase of its...
GEEP
FG GEEP Loan 3.0 revalidation for shortlisted FarmerMoni applicants
The Federal Government has commenced the revalidation process for applicants under the Government Enterprise and Empowerment Programme (GEEP) Loan 3.0,...
GEEP
GEEP Loan Shortlisted Candidates for ₦300,000 FarmerMoni Scheme
The Federal Government has commenced the release of shortlisted beneficiaries under the Government Enterprise and Empowerment Programme (GEEP), with a...
Livestock
FG moves to boost donkey business, tackle illegal trade
The Federal Government has signalled a renewed push to develop Nigeria’s donkey value chain, with plans to support farmers through...
Livestock
NAPRI begins 2025/2026 hatching, targets 25,000 chicks
The National Animal Production Research Institute, Ahmadu Bello University, has commenced its 2025/2026 annual hatching exercise, with a projection of...
Agribusiness
FarmFixers Young Women Empowerment Programme 2026 (One Acre Cassava Farming Support)
Young Nigerian women seeking practical empowerment in agriculture can now apply for the FarmFixers Young Women Empowerment Programme 2026. The...
Agribusiness
Oyo, FCMB disburse ₦1.5bn collateral-free loans to 1,000 agripreneurs
The Oyo State Government, in partnership with First City Monument Bank (FCMB) and development partners, has provided ₦1.5 billion in...
Agriculture
World Bank approves $500m loan for Nigeria’s smallholder farmers
The World Bank has approved a $500 million loan to help Nigeria improve farming, boost food production, and support smallholder...
Agribusiness
IITA partners ACU to train students in practical agribusiness skills
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), through its Youth in Agribusiness (YAS) programme, has partnered with Ajayi Crowther University...
Livestock
FG, NACCIMA Unveil $50bn Livestock Plan to Hit $74bn Target
The Federal Ministry of Livestock Development has reaffirmed its commitment to transforming Nigeria’s livestock sector into a $74bn economic powerhouse,...
Agribusiness
Oyo Begins 50% Tractor Subsidy for Verified Farmers 2026
The Oyo State Government has announced a 50 per cent land tractorisation subsidy for verified farmers as part of efforts...
Agribusiness
FG, AGFAN partner to create jobs through groundnut production
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to job creation through agriculture, announcing plans to collaborate with the Afrigroundnut Farmers...
