2025 agric budget: Ensuring timely implementation for food security, economic growth. By Michael Adedotun Oke

2025 agric budget: Ensuring timely implementation for food security, economic growth The purpose of this article is not to analyse the 2025 agriculture budget but to advocate for its full implementation. The budget should be tailored to meet farmers’ needs, enabling them to produce efficiently, generate surplus for the markets, and support large capital investments…

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2025 farming season: Embracing new practices for bountiful yields. By Michael Adedotun Oke

As February 2025 unfolds, the first showers of rainfall could arrive at any moment, signalling the start of the farming season across Nigeria. This seasonal transition is no surprise, as it has traditionally marked the beginning of agricultural activities. To maximise productivity, both seasoned farmers and aspiring agriculturists must prioritise the adoption of modern farming…

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How strong political will can revamp Nigeria’s agriculture

  By Michael Adedotun Oke Revitalising Nigeria’s agricultural sector requires more than just policies and programmes; it demands strong political will, strategic investment, and consistent government commitment. Agriculture remains the backbone of the nation’s economy, providing food, employment, and raw materials for industries. However, without decisive action and well-coordinated efforts, the sector will continue to…

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Bridging the Gap: Improving market access for small-scale farmers. By Michael Oke

Bridging the Gap: Improving market access for small-scale farmers  Farmers face significant challenges in accessing inputs and marketing their produce, with many agricultural products spoiling before reaching the market. These difficulties stem from neglected infrastructure, particularly poor road networks linking farms to markets, and exorbitant transportation costs factors often overlooked during production planning. Consequently, farmers…

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Weather forecasting as a tool for food security. By Michael Adedotun Oke,

Weather forecasting as a tool for food security Accurate weather forecasting plays a crucial role in ensuring food security by allowing farmers to align their activities with climatic conditions. In 2025, as climate change continues to alter traditional weather patterns, farmers must have access to precise and timely weather updates. For example, early warnings of…

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Breaking barriers: How strategic planning can revolutionise agriculture in 2025. By Michael Oke

Breaking barriers: How strategic planning can revolutionise agriculture in 2025 As the year draws to a close, we extend our heartfelt wishes to farmers and readers for a long, prosperous life as we celebrate Christmas and the New Year together. Despite the challenges facing agricultural production, it is always rewarding to express gratitude to the…

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Collaborative approaches to revitalising Nigeria’s Livestock Industry. By Michael Adedotun Oke,

Collaborative approaches to revitalising Nigeria’s Livestock Industry Nigeria’s struggle to feed its population, as revealed by PWC research and Obikanye, stems from low agricultural productivity. This highlights the critical need for sustainable feed and fodder production to strengthen the livestock industry, with a focus on efficient land use and innovative fodder technologies. To address this,…

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Agricultural Extension Legislation will Support A Resilient System – Minister  By Shalom Oludele

Agricultural Extension Legislation will Support A Resilient System – Minister By Shalom Oludele   The honourable minister of state for Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Aliyu S. Abdullahi, CON, has said that legislating the agriculture extension services will be a very necessary addition to supporting a resilient system for the nation’s food security. Speaking in…

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