Are you a farmer and have ever wondered or said to yourself, “is cassava farming profitable”? Or what are the necessary steps to kick off cassava farming in Nigeria? These are very important questions…
How to Start Pig Farming in Nigeria – All the Secrets you Need to Know
Pig farming can fetch you a fortune within a very short while! Thinking of what agribusiness you could venture into? Need tips and heads up on the best practices? Look no further, this article is for …
Mushrooms Farming Can Help Nigerian Farmers Make Millions of Naira! See how
Mr Ademuwagun Johnson, co-owner of A & A Integrated Farms, in an interview with News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja, called the cultivation of mushrooms a money-spinner in Nigeria. However, he a…
How to set up and start a cassava farm in Nigeria – a from pre-planting preparation to harvest
Want to start a cassava farm in Nigeria? From pre-planting preparations, to planting, and all the way to harvesting your produce, we have all you need to get you started and have a world -standard cas…
Iska, SMS Based Weather Forecasting Service, Partners with 9mobile to Launch in Nigeria
Iska, the SMS – based weather forecasting service for tropical weather is now available in Nigeria to subscribers of 9mobile. The service is a product of award-winning weather forecasting compan…
New autonomous farm wants to produce food without human workers
Down on a new robot farm, machines tend rows of leafy greens under the watch of software called “The Brain.” Iron Ox isn’t like most robotics companies. Instead of trying to flog you its technology, i…
IITA Job Opportunities: Vacancy at IITA for the Role of a Senior System Analyst
IITA Job Opportunities – Looking to fill an agriculture related role in a reputable organization? This could be your chance, as the Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), is currently recruit…
How To Grow Tomatoes For Business – All You Need To Know
Want to learn how to grow tomatoes for your business? Check out this article from Famunera.com on how to grow tomatoes and make money while practicing. Tomato is a vegetable locally produced and highl…
The LadyAgri Impact Investment Hub Set to Launch to Support Women Agri-Entrepreneurs in Africa
Launching the LadyAgri Impact Investment Hub – A network of international and African professionals supporting women agri-entrepreneurs in Africa BRUSSELS A wind of change is blowing through Brussels,…
Heliculture in Nigeria – How to start snail farming with low budget in 2018
Heliculture in Nigeria has come to stay, and is one of the most lucrative agribusiness ventures in Nigeria. Learn how to start snail farming with low budget in 2018 here on Naija Farmers. Now that you…
Oyo State Government Partners with Dangote Group for Massive Rice Production
The Executive Governor of Oyo State on Thursday disclosed that the State Government Agricultural Initiative (OYSAI) has produced 750 metric tonnes of maize and 865 tonnes of cassava, while also inform…
Nigeria can eradicate poverty with agriculture, see report!
A new research by the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) and the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) has indicated that Nigeria meet the criteria needed for fo…
Organic Agriculture in Nigeria – History, Problems, Future Prospects and Potentials
Historical Background of Organic Agriculture in Nigeria The practice of organic agriculture in an organized manner is still new to the country, with less than ten years of application. As of 2007, Nig…
How to Secure Agricultural Loans in Nigeria 2018
It is now generally known that among the various sectors of economic development, the agricultural sector is not only the highest employer of labor but also one of the most profitable economic sectors…
How Eating Nuts Can Help You Live Longer – Health Benefits of Nuts
Nuts are a healthy snack option. Nuts are very much underrated, and mostly categorized in the “not so good for you” category, but they are indeed healthy. They are rich sources of proteins…
How To Start Modern Oil Palm Cultivation – Complete Guide
In this guide, by FAO, you will learn how to practice modern oil palm cultivation. The oil palm dates to as far back as 5,000 years, where evidence of it as a staple food surfaced in West Africa. Ther…
Land Degradation in Nigeria – The Way Forward
Rural youth face many hurdles in trying to earn a livelihood. Pressure on arable land is high in many parts of the world, making it difficult to start a farm. Youth often also lack access to credit, a…
Kalahari Red Goats Farming in Nigeria – All You Should Know About These Breeds
The Kalahari Red goats are amongst the most craved goat breeds in Africa. Bred for meat purposes, they are distinctive and genetically special goat breeds originating from South Africa, like other hig…
How to Effectively Feed Your Broiler Birds
Broiler chickens are birds crossbred from special strains of Cornish and Plymouth rock chickens. Hatcheries developed these birds for maximum growth over 8 to 10 weeks. By the time these birds reach e…
How to Take Care of Young Broiler Chicks
So, let’s quickly highlight some important steps in taking effective and proper care of your young broiler chicks. Successful rearing of these chickens does not only depend on feeding, but also …