Imagine waking before sunrise, walking over 15 kilometers with goods on your head, and arriving at the market, only to find no one is buying. This is the daily struggle for thousands of rural farmers across Nigeria. For them, the market is not just far in distance, it’s silent in opportunity. According to the National […]
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Nigeria is blessed with fertile soil, abundant rainfall, and a hardworking population, yet the agricultural sector struggles to feed the nation. It’s a paradox: millions of Nigerians farm the land, but food scarcity and rising imports paint a grim picture. Despite the nation’s potential, challenges such as poor infrastructure, limited financing, and lack of access
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Cocoa is a unique crop grown by those who rarely consume it and consumed by those who do not grow it. West and Central Africa produce approximately 75% of the world’s cocoa, yet only 14% is processed on the continent, and just 2% of global production is consumed there. According to research, the global cocoa
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Rural finance is the missing link in Nigeria’s agricultural sector. Smallholder farmers produce ₦32 trillion ($83 billion) worth of food annually. Yet, despite their vital role in feeding the nation, 80% of farmers struggle to access finance, and only 4% have an active loan. This lack of financial inclusion prevents them from investing in better
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Poverty remains a significant challenge worldwide, affecting both developed and developing nations. The United Nations has set a bold goal to eradicate extreme poverty by 2030, as outlined in Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 1: No Poverty. Similarly, the World Bank aims to reduce the global poverty rate from 10% in 2015 to 3% by 2030.
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The Urgency of Global Food Security With rapid population growth, climate change, and dwindling natural resources, global food security challenges have never been more urgent. According to the World Bank, a 1% rise in food costs pushes 10 million people into extreme poverty. If prices stay high for a year, over 100 million people could
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Agriculture is the backbone of many developing countries, with 3.1 billion people living in rural areas globally. In these regions, agriculture provides livelihoods for 1.3 billion people, 97% of whom are in developing countries. Yet, despite its critical role in food security and poverty alleviation, the sector faces significant challenges, particularly for smallholder farmers. Rural
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Research shows that rural dwellers, making up nearly half of Nigeria’s population, are vital to the country’s agricultural output. However, they face persistent challenges, including limited access to credit facilities, farm inputs, and market opportunities. These barriers not only reduce productivity but also keep farmers in a cycle of poverty. The Struggles of Rural Farming
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Food security is the backbone of thriving communities, yet Nigeria faces critical challenges that threaten its stability. Between October and December 2024, an estimated 25.1 million Nigerians are expected to experience food insecurity, even during the harvest season. Alarmingly, 3.8 million people in northeastern states are already affected, which is projected to rise to 5
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Agriculture is full of amazing and surprising facts that reveal its profound impact on our world. From the history of poisonous tomatoes to the intelligent way crops communicate, these insights showcase the incredible innovations and resilience in farming. Let’s uncover some of the most fascinating agricultural facts that shape our lives every day Tomatoes Were
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