New Platform Helps Nigerian Farmers Comply with EU Deforestation Law
Agrolinking unveils AgTrail, a digital traceability platform to help Nigerian farmers and exporters meet strict EU deforestation regulations, safeguarding vital export earnings.
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Farmers Urge FG to Subsidise Solar-Powered Irrigation
A new study reveals over 99% of Kebbi farmers know solar irrigation, but under 30% use it due to high costs. Farmers are begging for government subsidies to boost food security and year-round farming.
Land Reforms, Tech Vital for Nigeria's Smallholder Farmers
Agriculturist Eyitayo Raji calls for land policy reforms, gender inclusion, and tech adoption to empower smallholder farmers and tackle insecurity, outdated tools, and low profits.
Bayelsa Governor Approves N200m Monthly Grant for Farmers
Governor Douye Diri mandates increased local rice production, approves N200m monthly grant for Bayelsa farmers, and warns against land for herders. Read more.
Councillor Among 11 Killed in Taraba Farmer-Herder Clash
A local councillor and over ten others are dead after a violent clash between farmers and herders in Taraba's Donga LGA. The crisis erupted after cattle destroyed crops. Read the full report.
Kaduna Farmers Seek FG Help Over N10.16bn Loss
Over 2,143 Kaduna grain farmers appeal to the Federal Government for subsidised inputs after a devastating N10.16 billion loss in 2025. Read their urgent plea to avert a food security crisis.
5 Farmers Killed by Suspected Herdsmen in Benue
Suspected armed herders killed five farmers in Benue's Udeku Maav-Ya community, worsening tensions and threatening food security. Read the full report.
Hippos Kill 3, Destroy N180m Crops in Gombe
Farmers in Hinna, Gombe, plead for help as hippopotamus attacks claim lives and destroy farmlands worth over N180 million. Urgent government intervention needed.
Farmers Chart Path to Agric Success in 2026
Nigerian farmers outline critical demands for 2026: land titles, modern tech, processing facilities & good roads to boost food security and slash inflation. Read their full agenda.
Modern Veterinary Hospital Project Begins in Taraba
Livestock farmers in Taraba State celebrate as land is handed over for a new veterinary hospital in Jalingo. The L-PRES and World Bank project aims to boost animal health and farming resilience.
Farmers: Cashew Export Ban Could Worsen Poverty
Nigerian cashew farmers urge the government to drop the proposed export ban, warning it will cripple the non-oil sector and increase poverty. They call for local processing plants instead.
Poultry Farmers Face Low Patronage Despite Price Cuts
Nigerian poultry farmers are in distress as low purchasing power leads to unsold chickens during the festive season, despite significant price reductions. Discover the economic factors behind this market paradox.
28 Travellers Kidnapped in Plateau, Ransom Demanded
Armed men kidnapped 28 people, including women and children, in Plateau state. Families have received ransom demands as police deploy rescue assets. Details inside.
Workshop Aims to Unlock Funding for Rural Women Farmers
ICEHD convened 52 stakeholders in Lagos to tackle financial barriers for rural women farmers, exploring climate finance pathways and gender-responsive solutions for resilience.
EDEN Group Unveils EDNI to Boost Agriculture and Health
Eden Moringa Group launches EDNI Limited, an agricultural platform to support farmers, improve rural incomes, and expand access to health products in Nigeria. Discover how this initiative tackles economic hardship.
Last Batch of Kidnapped Nigerian Pupils Rescued
The final 130 children from the St. Mary's school mass abduction have been handed over to authorities. Read the full details on the rescue and Nigeria's ongoing security challenges.
Lula to EU: Show courage, sign Mercosur trade deal
Brazil's President Lula da Silva calls on the European Union to finalize the long-delayed Mercosur trade pact, aiming to create the world's largest free trade zone. Read the latest updates.
Farmers Block Brussels in Protest Against EU-Mercosur Trade Deal
Hundreds of farmers and over 150 tractors clogged Brussels streets, protesting the EU-Mercosur trade pact they fear will flood Europe with cheaper South American goods. Read the full story on the high-stakes summit clash.
EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Faces Crucial Vote
A landmark EU-Mercosur trade deal, 20 years in the making, faces a crunch vote. While promising a massive free-trade zone, it sparks fierce protests from European farmers fearing cheap imports. Read the full details.
EU-Mercosur Trade Deal Hits French, Italian Roadblock
A landmark EU-Mercosur trade deal faces a major setback as Italy and France demand more safeguards for farmers, casting doubt on a signing ceremony planned for this weekend in Brazil.
Balkan Model: How to Stop a Cattle Disease Outbreak
As France battles lumpy skin disease, experts point to the Balkans' 2016 success: rapid vaccination and culls controlled the outbreak in months. Learn the key strategies.
Nigeria's Human Rights Crisis Deepens with 422,942 Complaints
The NHRC reports a shocking 422,942 human rights violations in November 2025, including over 800 kidnappings. Executive Secretary Tony Ojukwu warns of a national emergency. Read the full report and calls to action.
FG Launches Onion Aid for 600 Sokoto Farmers
The Federal Government, through NADF, has launched an Onion Intervention Programme in Sokoto State to support 600 farmers hit by flooding and climate challenges, aiming to boost food security.
Senate Moves to Shield Farmers from Price Collapse
The Nigerian Senate has urged the government to subsidise fertilisers and revive commodity boards to stabilise markets and protect farmers' livelihoods. Read the full story.
French Farmers Protest Cattle Culls Over Disease Control
France's agriculture minister urges farmers to trust government's cattle culling and vaccination plan to control lumpy skin disease, as protests block roads. Read the full story.
Bandits Attack Kwara Community, Kill 2 Youths
Suspected bandits launched a fresh attack on Oreke town in Kwara state, killing two youths and forcing residents to run for their lives. Read the full report on the worsening insecurity.
Benue Farmers Lament Crashing Food Prices, High Costs
Farmers in Benue State face financial ruin as market prices for crops collapse while fertiliser and transport costs remain high. Many threaten to quit farming next season. Read more.
WACOT Pays N158m to Cocoa Farmers for Sustainability
WACOT Limited disburses over N158m to 2,062 Osun cocoa farmers for sustainable practices. The initiative rewards quality and promotes financial inclusion in agriculture. Read more.
Ginger Farmers Face Dwindling Yields, Rising Pest Infestations
Nigeria's ginger sector is in crisis as fungal blight decimates crops, causing over N12bn losses and a 74% export drop. Experts call for disease-resistant seeds and value chain investment to save the industry.
Gumi Accuses Foreign Powers of Backing Nigerian Terrorists
Islamic scholar Sheikh Ahmad Gumi alleges foreign support for terrorists in Nigeria, citing a reversal in security gains. He calls for enhanced intelligence and diplomacy.
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