The Federal Government has called on the Bank of Agriculture (BOA) to adopt innovative financing models and blended finance mechanisms to reduce lending risks and improve access to credit across Nigeria’s agricultural sector.

Rising prices of synthetic fertilisers have prompted some farmers in Dutse, Jigawa State, to turn to animal manure as a cheaper means of replenishing soil nutrients and sustaining crop production.

The Yobe State Government has moved to revive some of its dormant industrial assets and accelerate the state’s transition from primary agricultural production to agro-industrialisation with the transfer of four major facilities to the Nigeria Food Corporation (NFC).

The Federal Government has commenced efforts to digitise Nigeria’s cooperative sector as part of plans to improve access to finance, strengthen regulation and position cooperatives to play a bigger role in national economic development.

The National Association of Mango Producers, Processors and Marketers of Nigeria (NAMPPMAN) says Nigeria has the potential to rise into the world’s top three mango-producing countries if the government implements targeted reforms, supports farmers and promotes modern production methods.

Nigeria’s rice milling industry is facing mounting pressure as cheaper imported rice gains ground in the market, with millers warning that high operating costs and limited government support are making local production increasingly difficult.

The Federal Government is turning to expanded grazing reserves as a key strategy to boost Nigeria’s livestock economy, cut the country’s $1.5bn annual milk import bill and help raise the sector’s contribution to $74bn by 2030.

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to repositioning Nigeria’s livestock sector as a major driver of food and nutrition security, economic growth and sustainable development.

The President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to transforming Nigeria’s livestock sector into a modern, technology-driven and commercially competitive industry capable of driving economic growth, creating jobs and strengthening national food security.

Mango is one of the world’s most popular tropical fruits, prized for its sweet flavour, vibrant colour and versatility. Beyond being a refreshing fruit, mango plays an important role in nutrition, agriculture and food processing.

When many people think about agriculture, they imagine large farms and heavy manual labor.

Have you ever wondered why two farmers can plant the same crop, use similar inputs, and still get very different results?

Every planting season, thousands of farmers rush to buy seeds, fertilizers, and agrochemicals at the same time.

Nigeria’s population continues to grow, and so does the demand for food.

Agriculture is changing.

Agriculture does more than put food on the table. Across Nigeria, it creates jobs, strengthens rural economies, and gives millions of smallholder farmers the opportunity to build better futures for themselves and their families. At Babban Gona, we see this every day in the communities we work with across northern Nigeria, where farming, done right, becomes the foundation for something much bigger than a single harvest.

Did you know that women play a far bigger role in agriculture than most people realise? For many, the word ‘farmer’ conjures up the image of an older man behind a plough. But across Nigeria and the wider African continent, women have long been an essential part of the agricultural workforce — planting, harvesting, processing, selling, and holding farming households together through every season.

Imagine spending months planting, weeding, and nurturing a crop, only to watch a significant portion of it spoil, get eaten by pests, or sell for far less than it is worth because there was nowhere to store it. This is the reality for millions of Nigerian farmers.

Nigeria imports a significant share of the food it consumes. Not because the land cannot produce it, but because smallholder farm productivity has never reached its potential. Closing that gap does not require a revolution. It requires better information.

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Food insecurity in Nigeria is no longer a distant threat; it is a daily reality for millions of households. Rising food prices, climate shocks, conflict, and supply chain disruptions have combined to stretch the nation’s food system to its limits. In the face of these pressures, Nigeria’s most powerful defense is not imports, emergency aid, or short-term interventions. It is the productivity of its smallholder farmers.

For generations, farming decisions were guided by experience; reading the soil by touch, watching the skies, and applying knowledge passed down over time. While this intuition remains invaluable, today’s farmers are operating in a far more complex environment shaped by climate variability, rising input costs, and market uncertainty.

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Climate-smart agriculture in Nigeria is transforming farming through sustainable practices, improved productivity, water conservation, and climate resilience.

Discover how digital agriculture in Nigeria is transforming farming through drones, AI, precision farming, mobile apps, and smart technologies that improve productivity and food security.

Land evaluation for agricultural purposes is the process of checking soil, climate, and land conditions to choose the best way to farm and get higher yields.

Integrated Farming System promotes sustainable agriculture by recycling resources within the farm.

Agricultural funds, which can also be referred to as agricultural credit are loans provided to farmers strictly for agricultural purposes and are a great source of expansion for farmers.

When properly designed and enforced, agricultural laws can promote efficiency, protect farmers, and ensure sustainable use of resources.

Agricultural extension is a key driver of agricultural and rural development.

Onions are one of the mineral and vitamin-rich vegetables in Nigeria. They are rich in vitamin C and they are good sources of dietary fiber and folic acid. Onions also contain calcium, iron, and high protein quality.

This article is on genetically modified crops,it gives some basic information on GMO crops and their benefits including their potential risks

The agribusiness sector in Nigeria holds the key to economic diversification, job creation, and long-term food security.

FG targets 6 states for pilot ranching programme

FG targets stronger cooperatives through digitalisation

FG urges BOA to adopt innovative financing for agriculture

Japan commits $3.5m grant to boost Nigeria’s rice seed production

Livestock sector can drive Africa’s food security, economic growth – Tinubu

Nigeria produces 1m tons of mangoes annually, ranks 11th globally – NAMPPMAN

Santuscom Foods exports products to UK market

NADF begins training for 4,000 tractor operators

‎Kaduna ginger farmers reap gains from child labour project, seek expansion

NADF, NBS partner on agricultural data, evidence-based financing