A leading agricultural entrepreneur has outlined how Nigerian farmers can establish profitable cassava processing plants with an initial investment of ₦4-5 million, potentially generating annual revenues of ₦100 million. During a capacity building conversation with agricultural consultant Seyi Oyenuga, the farmer who leads the SecureFarmer project shared detailed insights into…
The National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) has launched a digital Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) platform to oversee its N19.5 billion AgGrow Farm Support Programme. The initiative, introduced last week in Abuja, aims to provide 50% subsidies on seeds, fertilisers, and crop protection products to 50,000 smallholder farmers engaged in maize,…
President Bola Tinubu has committed Nigeria to dismantling all obstacles hindering its agricultural potential, particularly in livestock production. This declaration, aimed at achieving food sovereignty and expanding global exports, came during a bilateral meeting with Brazilian President Lula da Silva at the Copacabana Forte in Brazil. In a statement by…
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is teaming up with other groups to fix the problem of poor internet access in rural communities in Nigeria. One of their key partners is the Association for Progressive Communications (APC), an international group that works to improve digital access in developing countries. They…
On Sunday, May 26, 2025, the Lagos State Government reaffirmed its commitment to supporting young agritech entrepreneurs and enhancing food production through global partnerships. Speaking at the Agrinnovation Hangout 6.0, held in Lagos, the Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Systems, Ms. Abisola Olusanya, called for collaboration with international organisations to…
Smart farming uses sensors, drones, mobile apps, and AI to gather real-time data on soil conditions, weather patterns, pest infestations, and more. In Nigeria, for example, satellite-powered irrigation tools are helping farmers optimize water use.
