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Agriculture

January 18, 2024

Malta government reduces prices of 400 food items

Prime Minister Robert Abela and Minister for Economy Silvio Schembri said the agreement will stabilise food prices for families.

Food items
January 18, 2024

FG asked to share $1.2 billion agriculture loan equitably

Some agriculture experts have called for the appropriate disbursement of Brazil’s $1.2 billion loan to boost Nigeria’s agriculture modernisation.

Farmers used to illustrate story
January 17, 2024

Tanzania to promote spice farming tourism

Tanzania’s Zanzibar authorities have pledged to support spice farmers, saying spice farming is one of the attractions for tourists.

Spice Farming
January 16, 2024

Agriculture: Experts harp on gains of soil tests

Some agriculture experts have reiterated the importance of soil tests before crop cultivation to boost agro-yields.

Soil Testing
January 16, 2024

Nigeria, other African countries need to bridge yield gaps: CGIAR

According to Ms Elouafi, the solution to food insufficiency in most African countries is adequate investment in the agricultural sector.

Farmers used to illustrate story
January 16, 2024

Farmer protests continue in Berlin over fuel subsidy cuts

About 330 tractors and other farm vehicles stood along the boulevard leading toward Berlin’s iconic Brandenburg Gate, according to local police.

PROTESTING FARMERS
January 16, 2024

Biotechnology agency canvasses modern agric practices to boost production

“Already we have testimonies from farmers across the country.’’

Kano farmers
January 13, 2024

FG to boost food production through mechanisation

The minister said mechanisation farming was crucial for agriculture as it would support food production in the country.

farmers
January 13, 2024

Kebbi acquires 6,000 solar pumps, power tillers for dry-season farming

The governor also assured that Kebbi would partner with the federal ministry to achieve national food security.

Kebbi Governor, Nasir Idris
January 12, 2024

FG approves release of new TELA maize for cultivation

The federal government has approved the commercial release and open cultivation of a new maize variety, TELA maize.

TELA MAIZE