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Forests face increasing risk of wildfires and pests due to climate change
The world’s forests are becoming increasingly susceptible to wildfires and pests due to climate change, according to a…
Removal of taxes on food importation can destroy from Nigeria’s agriculture, warns Adesina
The President, African Development Bank (AfDB) Group Akinwumi Adesina, has warned that the Nigerian government’s decision to allow…
Agriculture: France adopts Anambra poly to train South-East women
The Anambra Polytechnic in Mgbakwu has been selected as one of the centres for implementing the Women in…
Farmers decry local rice repackaging, seek intervention to boost productivity
The All Farmers Association (AFAN), and Rice Farmers Association of Nigeria (RIFAN), have warned members to desist from…
FG persuades Nigerians, says GMO foods are safe for consumption
Federal government agencies have allayed Nigerians’ fears over the safety of genetically modified organisms (GMO) crops. During a…
Commission expresses concern over FG’s plan to fund food palliatives in states
The International Human Rights Commission – Relief Fund Trust (IHRC-RFT), Nigeria Chapter, has expressed concern over plans by…
EU unveils digital platform to boost investment in Nigeria’s agribusiness
The European Union (EU) has unveiled a digital platform to boost investment in Nigeria’s agribusiness sector. Myriam Ferran,…
NBMA says TELA maize safe to eat
By Tochukwu Bliss, Abuja The National Biosafety Management Agency (NBMA), yesterday, reassured Nigerians of the safety of consuming…
Institute seeks support for government policies to boost food industry
Nigerian Institute of Food Science and Technology (NIFST), Abuja, has sought stakeholders’ support for government policies in research…
11 ways farmers are adapting to the unpredictability of climate change
Climate change is no longer a distant threat – it is a reality that farmers around the world…