FG calls for overhaul of Nigeria’s agricultural extension system
The Federal Government has called for an urgent overhaul of Nigeria’s agricultural extension system, saying the country cannot achieve long-term...
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FG Pushes Demand-Driven Agricultural Extension to Boost Farmers’ Productivity
The Federal Government has called for a shift from the traditional supply-driven agricultural extension system to a demand-driven model that...
SEDC Launches 200-Hectare Integrated Farm in Enugu, Targets Over 1,000 Jobs
The South East Development Commission (SEDC) has commenced the development of a 200-hectare integrated model farm at Nomeh Unataeze in...
Niger Delta States Back $500 Million Agricultural Development Fund
The nine Niger Delta states are backing efforts to build a stronger regional investment system that could increase agricultural production,...
Nigeria’s agricultural growth nearly doubles in Q2 2026
Nigeria’s agricultural sector recorded a significant improvement in the second quarter of 2026, growing by 4.39 per cent year-on-year, according...
Agriculture growth reflects Nigerian farmers’ resilience, economist says
Nigeria’s agriculture sector recorded significant growth in the second quarter of 2026, with economist Ephraim Audu describing the performance as...
Lagos, China partner to boost agricultural technology
The Lagos State Government and China are set to deepen cooperation in agriculture, focusing on technology transfer, research, production and...
Africa Food Systems Forum puts agricultural investment at the centre of Africa’s food future
The need for greater investment in Africa’s agricultural sector has taken centre stage at the 2026 Africa Food Systems Forum...
UN Recognises Sahel Land Restoration Initiative Supporting Millions
The United Nations has recognised a major land restoration initiative in Africa’s Sahel region as one of its newest World...
FG Unveils National Agricultural Mechanisation Policy, Targets 4,000 Tractors Annually
The Federal Government has unveiled a new National Agricultural Mechanisation Policy and National Agricultural Mechanisation Investment Strategy, setting an ambitious...