News Report
PHOTOS: Buhari receives delegation of Rice Processors Association of Nigeria
The Delegation of Rice Processors Association of Nigeria was received yesterday at the Presidential Villa, in Abuja.
Nigerian beans set for export to Europe – UNIDO
The global agency asks the Nigerian government to approve the Nigerian National Quality Policy (NNQP) urgently.
FG offers input to 40, 000 rice farmers in Zamfara, Kebbi
5,403 rice farmers will receive the inputs within the week
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CBN revises guidelines for agric scheme
The new guidelines are to accommodate Non-Interest Institutions.
Delta fish farmers receive N1.2 billion loan
The loan is part of the CBN programme.
Despite opposition, institute to commence trial on genetically modified cassava in Nigeria
The objective of the field trials is to obtain storage roots with lower post-harvest physiological degradation, an official said.
Why we support field trials of genetically modified cassava in Nigeria – Scientist
Critics say the introduction of GMOs is unhealthy.
CBN Anchor Borrowers Program: 225,000 Farmers To Benefit From NIRSAL’s New Field Structure
The 225,000 farmers being supported include a minimum of 5,000 farmers in 36 states and Abuja.
Groups criticise Nigerian agency on genetically modified cassava
The groups accuse the NBMA of taking a premeditated action.
Cooperative empowers Nassarawa community, begins processing of 10,000 tonnes of maize
The cooperative hopes the initiative would help address soaring prize of maize in the country.
Edo govt, CBN devote N500 million to de-risk agric investments
The idea behind the scheme is to support large scale commercial agriculture.
No law banning importation of Maize into Nigeria – Officials
Maize was not among the 41 items banned, an official said.
What Nigeria must do to achieve self-sufficiency in rice production – Expert
A professor noted that virtually every state in Nigeria can produce rice.
Nestle fined N35 million for contaminated Maggi noodles
Nestle said it would appeal against the order.
Nigerian govt, groups seek increased women participation in Agri-Business
A two-day dialogue was held in Abuja to highlight plan.
Audu Ogbeh to open national symposium on resolving risk in Nigeria’s agricultural value chain
It is a platform designed to foster productive discussion among all stakeholders.
Nigeria will attain self-sufficiency in rice production in 2018, Lai Mohammed says
The official says Nigeria targets seven million metric tons of rice in 2018.
Why we are neutral on GMOs in Nigeria – Regulator
“Our key responsibility is to serve as an unbiased umpire.”
Buhari pledges to implement report on Nigeria’s food security
I am glad that the findings and policy recommendations are apt and implementable.
Nigeria to send back 90 tonnes imported genetically modified maize
The agency said its test show the maize were genetically modified.
Nigeria has enough food stock to address shortages in 2018 – Minister
“Some states in North-east and other parts of the country will likely experience low agricultural yield…”
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18 bio-fortified food varieties released in Nigeria – Official
“Over two million farmers are estimated to be growing them now.”
Farm experts take stock to tackle food security in Nigeria
The centre’s strategic goal is to train over 200,000 smallholders and processing companies.
Dangote to employ several graduates in new rice farming initiative
The company prepares to hit the market with one million metric tons of Dangote rice in 2018.
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