Sunday, July 26, 2026

Agriculture

April 23, 2026

HEDA warns Nigerian farmers of 2026 flood risks

HEDA has issued an advisory on the 2026 flood outlook, warning farmers and stakeholders of widespread risks across Nigeria.

Flooded Maiduguri
April 22, 2026

NASS pledges improved funding for agric research institute

He said that post-harvest losses remain one of the greatest threats to Nigeria’s food security.

National Assembly
April 22, 2026

Kano: Tarauni LG vaccinates 7,213 cattle against livestock diseases

Mr Dahiru said that the animals were vaccinated free of charge for herders. 

Cattle
April 22, 2026

FG intensifies tsetse fly control to boost livestock production in Ogun

Mr Okoro said, ““We are using physical and chemical control methods.”

Livestock
April 22, 2026

Extreme heat threatening global agrifood systems, says UN report

The report said extreme heat acts as a “risk multiplier.”

UN and FAO logos.
April 22, 2026

NPS reaffirms commitment to protecting endangered parrots

The National Park Service has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting endangered parrot species in the country.

National Park Service
April 21, 2026

Experts seek increased awareness on safe use of agrochemicals

Mr Olawale reiterated the need to bridge the gap to get the right result in local crop cultivation.

Farmlands in Jigawa State
April 21, 2026

Amaechi seeks investments in agriculture to ensure Nigeria’s food security

A former transport minister, Rotimi Amaechi, has called for significant investment in agriculture to ensure food security in Nigeria.

Rotimi Amaechi
April 21, 2026

AFAN registers 2,700 farmers, targets 50,000 under new programme in Kaduna

The chairman of the All Farmers Association of Nigeria in Kaduna, Kabiru Salihu, says the association has registered about 2,700 farmers.

Ogun farmers
April 20, 2026

Katsina launches subsidised fertiliser scheme for farmers 

He announced that fertiliser would be sold at ₦25,000 per bag.