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FAO report reveals hidden costs of agrifood systems
Although current agrifood systems provide nourishment and sustain economies, they also impose huge hidden costs on health and…
IFPRI, others unveil food security simulator
The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) has unveiled the Nigeria Food Security Simulator (FSS Nigeria) tool to…
Institute engages MACBAN, others to revolutionise livestock production in Nigeria
The International Livestock Research and Training Institute (ILRTI), has commenced engagement with critical stakeholders to revolutionise livestock production…
AfDB, partners inject $1bn to fund Nigeria’s SAPZs
African Development Bank (AfDB), Islamic Development Bank (IsDB), and the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), have voted…
Tela maize has immense economic benefits – Minister
The Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Mr Uche Nnaji, has assured that drought resistant, pests resilient and…
NQC seeks national policy in advancing cassava value chain in Africa
The National Quality Council (NQC) has reiterated the key role of national governments and quality infrastructure institutions in…
FG trains Ogun beekeepers on honeybee queen rearing, pollination services
The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security has trained beekeepers in Ogun on how to rear queen…
Sahara Energy Geneva adopts beehives to promote sustainability
In line with Sahara Group’s commitment to protecting the environment, Sahara Energy International, Geneva, Switzerland, is working with…
Stakeholders in agriculture appeal for improved security for farmers
Stakeholders in agriculture on Thursday appealed to African governments to step up efforts on security for farmers in…
FG reiterates commitment to food security
The federal government has reiterated its resolve to reposition agriculture to its pride of place in national development…