Daily trust latest news on agriculture
Here are the latest news on agriculture from Daily Trust:
Date: March 10, 2023
Headline: "FG to Boost Rice Production with N100bn Intervention Fund"
The Federal Government has announced plans to inject N100 billion into the rice production sector to boost local production and reduce reliance on imported rice. The Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Dr. Mohammad Abubakar, made the announcement during a meeting with stakeholders in Abuja.
Date: March 8, 2023
Headline: "Nigeria's Cassava Production Hits 53.3 Million Metric Tonnes"
The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has released figures showing that Nigeria's cassava production has increased to 53.3 million metric tonnes in 2022, up from 46.6 million metric tonnes in 2021. The increase is attributed to improved farming practices and increased investment in the sector.
Date: March 6, 2023
Headline: "Farmers in Kebbi State to Benefit from N500m Irrigation Project"
The Kebbi State Government has launched a N500 million irrigation project aimed at improving agricultural productivity in the state. The project, which is expected to benefit over 5,000 farmers, will provide irrigation facilities to farmers in the state.
Date: March 4, 2023
Headline: "Nigeria's Agricultural Sector Records 2.5% Growth in 2022"
The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has released figures showing that Nigeria's agricultural sector recorded a growth rate of 2.5% in 2022. The growth is attributed to improved agricultural productivity and increased investment in the sector.
Date: March 2, 2023
Headline: "FG to Establish 10 New Agricultural Zones in Nigeria"
The Federal Government has announced plans to establish 10 new agricultural zones in Nigeria to boost agricultural production and create jobs. The Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Dr. Mohammad Abubakar, made the announcement during a meeting with stakeholders in Abuja.
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