A Chinese research team from Guangxi University has decoded the genome of the modern cultivated sugarcane variety Xintaitang No. 22 (XTT22).
According to Mr Adebanjo, prioritising farming remains a key strategy towards achieving food security.
Mr Waziri said that the ranches would be provided with adequate animal feeds, mega dams and an array of features of world-class equipment.
Mr Ihedioha said. “We have a big problem of land availability for farming in Imo State.’’
He described Nasarawa as the agricultural powerhouse of the nation.
The agronomist noted that traditional sources such as poultry droppings and animal dung were insufficient.
Mr Banjoko stated, “The plans are good but the government should take the execution process seriously by giving it to the private sector.’’
Mr Dabo said the investor friendly policies would also boost skills of the smallholder farmers to enhance food production in the state.
The company’s CEO, Muritala Alade-Bamgbala, noted this in an interview on Thursday in Lagos.
A civil society organisation, Initiative for Leadership Development, has called on Nigerian youths to refrain from crime and embrace agriculture in 2025.
