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FULL LIST: Banned hazardous pesticides and agricultural chemicals in Nigeria

A recent raid by the National Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) in four states led to the seizure of banned hazardous pesticides...

7 ways Nigerian farmers can benefit from SAPZ initiative

The newly launched Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZ) can be a game changer for Nigeria's agriculture. The African Development Bank (AfDB) and other international...

5 tips for Nigerian farmers to maximise the rainy season

Rainy seasons are an important time for farmers in Nigeria who still rely on rainwater for irrigation.  Only a small percentage of Nigeria's farmland is...

How to maximise your crop production by using the Three Sisters technique

An age-old farming method could solve many of the challenges farmers face today including poor soil, unpredictable weather, and the rising cost of fertilisers....

6 Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies for managing yam beetle infestations in Nigeria

Yam beetle infestations are causing serious problems for farmers in Nigeria, especially in the Middle Belt region, where yams are a major crop. Farmers...

7 ways whiteflies spread Cassava Mosaic Virus

It's time to prepare your cassava farm for the next planting season. You're not alone if your last harvest wasn't as bountiful as you'd...

7 tips to avoid overfertilisation on your crop farm

In crop farming, fertilisers play a key role in boosting crop growth, increasing yields, and ensuring sustainable food production. However, in this case, more...

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