26 July 2026

agricultural development

Colleges

Federal College, ARCN Join Hands to Boost Agriculture

The Federal College of Agriculture, Ibadan (FCAIB), is collaborating closely with the Agricultural Research Council of Nigeria (ARCN) to enhance farming practices and increase the productivity and competitiveness of the agricultural sector in the country. The Provost of the College, Prof. Jonathan Jeremiah Atungwu, announced this on Thursday when ARCN’s Executive Secretary, Dr Abubakar Adamu

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Regulatory

Nigeria’s Sugar Industry Calls for Increased Investment

The National Sugar Development Council (NSDC) has demanded more participation in Nigeria’s sugar industry. The call was made recently during a meeting with the All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN). The council’s Executive Secretary, Kamar Bakrin, urged farmers and investors to explore the sector, which he described as both promising and well-prepared for expansion. According

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Ministries

Federal Government Launches Pasture Planting Day to Boost Livestock Production

The Federal Government has reassured its position to transform Nigeria’s livestock sector through sustainable pasture cultivation, describing it as the Foundation for improved animal nutrition, higher productivity, and peaceful co-existence between herders and farmers. Speaking during the inaugural National Pasture Planting Day at the Kawu Grazing Reserve, Bwari Area Council, FCT, on Tuesday, the Minister

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Universities

University of Port Harcourt Begins TAGDev 2.0 to Help Farming in Africa

The University of Port Harcourt has launched a new programme called TAGDev 2.0, designed to enhance farming and food production in Africa. The programme is supported by the Mastercard Foundation, RUFORUM, and 12 other African universities. The launch event happened on June 7, 2025. Many important guests, including university leaders, students, and partners from various

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