Federal ministry of agriculture latest news

Here are some of the latest news and updates from the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (FMARD) in Nigeria:

Recent Updates:

  1. Agricultural Transformation Agenda (ATA): The FMARD has launched the Agricultural Transformation Agenda (ATA) to revamp the agricultural sector and increase food production in Nigeria. The agenda aims to increase agricultural productivity, improve food security, and create jobs.
  2. National Agricultural Land Development Authority (NALDA): The FMARD has established the National Agricultural Land Development Authority (NALDA) to develop and manage agricultural land in Nigeria. NALDA aims to increase agricultural production, improve food security, and create jobs.
  3. Agricultural Credit Guarantee Scheme (ACGS): The FMARD has launched the Agricultural Credit Guarantee Scheme (ACGS) to provide credit facilities to farmers and agricultural businesses. The scheme aims to increase access to credit for farmers and improve agricultural productivity.
  4. National Fadama Development Programme (NFDP): The FMARD has launched the National Fadama Development Programme (NFDP) to develop and manage irrigation schemes in Nigeria. The programme aims to increase agricultural production, improve food security, and create jobs.
  5. Agricultural Research and Development: The FMARD has launched several agricultural research and development initiatives to improve agricultural productivity and food security in Nigeria. These initiatives include the development of new crop varieties, improvement of agricultural extension services, and promotion of agricultural mechanization.

Recent Press Releases:

  1. FMARD Launches Agricultural Transformation Agenda: The FMARD has launched the Agricultural Transformation Agenda (ATA) to revamp the agricultural sector and increase food production in Nigeria. (Source: Vanguard News)
  2. NALDA to Develop 10,000 hectares of Agricultural Land: The National Agricultural Land Development Authority (NALDA) has announced plans to develop 10,000 hectares of agricultural land in Nigeria. (Source: Daily Trust)
  3. FMARD Launches Agricultural Credit Guarantee Scheme: The FMARD has launched the Agricultural Credit Guarantee Scheme (ACGS) to provide credit facilities to farmers and agricultural businesses. (Source: This Day Live)
  4. NFDP to Develop Irrigation Schemes in 10 States: The National Fadama Development Programme (NFDP) has announced plans to develop irrigation schemes in 10 states in Nigeria. (Source: The Nation)
  5. FMARD Launches Agricultural Research and Development Initiative: The FMARD has launched an agricultural research and development initiative to improve agricultural productivity and food security in Nigeria. (Source: Leadership News)

Recent Speeches and Statements:

  1. Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development's Speech at the Launch of the Agricultural Transformation Agenda: The Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Sabo Nanono, delivered a speech at the launch of the Agricultural Transformation Agenda (ATA) in Abuja. (Source: FMARD Website)
  2. Statement by the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development on the Launch of the Agricultural Credit Guarantee Scheme: The Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Sabo Nanono, issued a statement on the launch of the Agricultural Credit Guarantee Scheme (ACGS) in Abuja. (Source: FMARD Website)

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