The Federal Government is set to provide support for a substantial number of farmers, ranging from 150,000 to 250,000, offering a 50% input subsidy for the cultivation of 200,000 to […]
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Farmers advocate interest rate reduction to enhance food security
The Agriculture Development Farmers Association of Oyo State is calling on the Central Bank of Nigeria to significantly reduce lending rates to stimulate food production. The association’s Chairman, Salihu Imam, […]
Kwara state offers subsidized maize to poultry and fish farmers
In a bid to support the poultry and fishery (feed mill) sectors, the Kwara State Government has initiated the distribution of maize at a highly subsidized rate, offering it at […]
Farmers forced to flee due to bandit activities – Gov. Bago
Governor Umar Muhammed Bago expressed concern about the detrimental impact of banditry, cattle rustling, illegal mining, and similar activities on the state’s residents. During a visit from the Commandant General […]
Nigerian farmers gain agricultural expertise in Thailand to foster self sufficiency and empowerment
A group of twenty Nigerian farmers hailing from different states of the country is currently participating in a comprehensive three-week training program at Thailand’s Maejo University. The farmers, who arrived […]
Kidnappers in Nasarawa state demand N12.6 million ransom for 12 farmers
Gunmen have kidnapped twelve farmers in Ugya village, Toto Local Government Area of Nasarawa State, demanding a ransom of N12.6 million. According to a resident of the village, Saidu Yahaya, […]
Farmers in Ondo protest alleged eviction from their land by the government
Farmers in Ore, Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State in Nigeria protested against the alleged takeover and destruction of their farms by a private company on Wednesday. The farmers […]
Farmers urge Tinubu to invest in mechanisation for improving food system
Agricultural stakeholders have called on the President-elect, Sen. Bola Tinubu, to adopt policies and invest in mechanisation and inputs to improve the country’s food system. The farmers also recommended involving […]