History and Current Status of Groundnut Production in Nigeria

Feb 27, 2023

Groundnut farming has a long and rich history in Nigeria, dating back to the pre-colonial era. It is believed that the groundnut, also known as the peanut, was first introduced to Nigeria by Portuguese traders in the 16th century. Groundnut quickly became an important...

History of Potato Farming in Nigeria

Feb 21, 2023

Potato farming is a relatively new agricultural practice in Nigeria. It was introduced in the country in the 1960s, during the post-independence era when the government was seeking ways to diversify the country’s agricultural sector. Since then, potato farming has...

History of Rice Farming in Nigeria

Feb 7, 2023

Rice farming and production has a rich history in Nigeria, dating back to the pre-colonial era. The ancient Yoruba and Hausa civilizations were known to cultivate and trade rice, which was considered a staple food in their communities. In the colonial era, rice...

FG Launches Tech To Monitor Livestock Nationwide

Nov 28, 2022

To identify and track livestock in Nigeria, the Federal Government has launched the National Animal Identification and Traceability System (NAITS) for the country. The Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Mahmood Abubakar disclosed this on Wednesday, at the...

FMARD Advocates For Local Production Of Organic Fertiliser

Oct 10, 2022

…sensitises farmers on provision of National Fertiliser Quality Control Act In a bid to sustain the growth of the agricultural sector in Nigeria, the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development has advocated for the local production and use of organic...