BusinessAgro
1 Apr
Worried by inadequate awareness on importance of soil in schools and absence of curricular emphasising its teaching, the Nigeria Institute of Soil Science (NISS) has commenced Soil Science Carrier Sensitisation for students in selected tertiary institutions, secondary and primary schools in Southwest and other geo-political zones in the country.
1 Apr
In a significant boost for the global organic food market, WACOT Limited has once again secured its prestigious certification from ECOCERT to export organic sesame.
1 Apr
Cassava farmers in Benue State are excited over the positive outlook of their cassava fields as they anticipate high yields this harvest season; and hundreds among them taking up the business of selling improved seeds in local communities.
29 Mar
An investor has raised concern over high import duty on agricultural implements, claiming they pay a whooping sum of N15million to clear a container load of tractors from the port.
29 Mar
Policy makers in the area of agricultural development have been urged to invest in Research and Development to sustain the use of technological approach to enhance food production in the country.
29 Mar
Agricultural development agencies, researchers, and policymakers from Liberia are organising a summit to draw a seed road map for the West African country.
29 Mar
In its drive to simplify the processing of Cassava in the country, the African Agricultural Technology Foundation (AATF) has acquired a new technology for cassava processing into High Quality Flour without peeling.
24 Mar
For two days, researchers, farmers, traditional rulers, businessmen and women stakeholders converged at the National Root Crops Research Institute (NRCRI), Umudike, Abia State, for the 2024 Annual Research review and planning workshop...
24 Mar
Xtralarge Farms & Resort is set to train, mentor and empower 1,000 women to be millionaires in 90 days in commemoration of International Women’s Day.
24 Mar
The German Consul General to Nigeria, His Excellency, Mr. WeertBorner has underscored the critical importance of addressing food security, education, and housing, while also highlighting the pressing issue of climate change
24 Mar
The Abundance of Hope Initiative has called on government to prioritise farmers’ health, to avert decreased food production, increased medical expenses, and a diminished quality of life.
18 Mar
In view of the rising cost of sugar and growing health hazards from its consumption, a good number of Nigerians have shifted attention to consumption of date fruits, as alternative to sugar.