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Protecting Your Maize Crops: Common Diseases and Prevention.

24/05/2023 25/05/2023

Maize is undoubtedly one of the most vital crops in Nigeria, providing sustenance and livelihoods for millions of farmers. However, its vulnerability to various diseases can pose a significant threat to agricultural productivity. To ensure the continued success of maize farming, it is crucial to understand these diseases and implement preventive measures. In this post, …

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Unveiling the Secrets of the World’s Favorite Grain

10/05/2023 10/05/2023

Picture a world without rice. No mouthwatering party jollof rice, no delightful waakye, no sushi. Unthinkable, right? For over 3.5 billion people worldwide, rice is more than just a staple food – it’s a way of life. But did you know that there’s a lot more to rice than just its delicious taste and filling …

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Rescuing Food for Improved Food Security

26/04/2023 26/04/2023

Did you know that global food waste is indeed a thing? Did you know that according to Premium Times over 55% of all fruits and vegetables go to waste in Nigeria each year? It’s a shocking statistic that highlights the critical issue of global food waste. While we waste food, many people go hungry, and …

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Supporting Local Farmers: Why Buying Local Matters.

12/04/2023 18/05/2023

Have you ever stopped to consider where your food comes from and how it got to your plate? Most of us don’t give it a second thought as we hurry through the grocery store, but the truth is that there’s a lot more to our food than we may realize. That’s why supporting local farmers …

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What You Didn’t Know about Women in Agriculture.

29/03/2023 29/03/2023

Did you know that there are more women in the agriculture space than people care to acknowledge? For many people, when the word “farmer” is mentioned, the image of an elderly male flashes before them. However, according to the Federal Ministry of Agriculture & Rural Development, women accounted for 75% of the Nigerian farming population …

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Soil Preparation: What You Need to Know.

15/03/2023 15/03/2023

Soil is the backbone of agriculture and should be best suited for growing different crops and producing better yields. Because no soil is perfect, soil preparation is required both before and after cultivation. Agricultural soil is described as loamy, productive soil because there are numerous different types of soil and some are not suitable for …

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Why You Should Consider Agriculture as a Nigerian Youth.

11/01/2023 12/01/2023

Have you ever considered a career in agriculture? It would not be unexpected to hear “no” as an answer, especially from a young person. Young people now have more employment options that are unrestricted by norms as the world moves toward global digitalization. This has given a surge to massive innovations. This may be the best …

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12/12/2022 14/12/2022

ASPIRE GLOBAL PARTNER, BABBAN GONA, INVESTS IN YOUNG PEOPLE TODAY FOR A BETTER TOMORROW Babban Gona, one of Aspire’s partner organizations in Nigeria, aims to ameliorate the level of poverty and violence so that the African economy continues to grow. Founded in 2012 during a time of continued turmoil and insecurity in West Africa, such …

13 Fascinating Facts About Soybeans

07/12/2022 08/12/2022

One of the main food and industrial crops growing on every continent is the soybean. With minimal agricultural input, the crop can be effectively cultivated in various states of Nigeria. This is due to its resistance to weather, diseases, and pests.. It also requires lower use of fertilizers, making it an excellent rotational crop with corn, …

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Video: Improving Smallholder Farmers Access to Financial Services

29/09/2022 29/09/2022

According to available data provided by the Central Bank of Nigeria, about 63.2% of Nigerian adults have access to financial services. This number is even lower for Nigerians living in rural areas, which include smallholder farmers. It has been estimated that about 78% of smallholder farmers in Nigeria do not have access to financial services. …

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