With hunger remaining a critical issue across Africa, Heabron is committed to addressing food insecurity by empowering farmers through innovative extension services. Between 1990 and 2015, hunger rates in Africa dropped from 27.6% to 20%, yet rising population numbers mean the total number of hungry people has only increased. According to the United Nations Conference […]
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With its fertile lands and vast natural resources, Nigeria has the potential to become an agricultural powerhouse. Yet, food insecurity remains a critical issue, with trillions of naira lost every year due to outdated practices and post-harvest challenges that put a strain on the agricultural sector. Thankfully, Heabron is taking action by embedding trained extension
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Nigeria’s cashew industry holds immense potential within the global market. However, due to challenges that limit production quality, yield, and profitability, much of this value remains untapped. Heabron is working to address these challenges, empowering farmers and unlocking economic opportunities across the cashew sector in Nigeria The Global Cashew Market and Nigeria’s RoleValued at $7
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Agricultural extension in Nigeria is crucial to sustaining the backbone of the country’s economy, with agriculture contributing approximately 40% of the GDP and employing around 70% of the active population, according to the National Food Security Program (2008). With a population exceeding 140 million, most of whom live in rural areas, agriculture is more than
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