Latest news in nigeria agricultural sector

Here are some of the latest news in the Nigerian agricultural sector:

  1. FG Launches N100bn Agricultural Development Fund: The Federal Government has launched a N100 billion Agricultural Development Fund to support small-scale farmers and agricultural businesses in the country. (Source: Vanguard)
  2. Nigeria to Increase Rice Production by 10%: The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development has set a target to increase rice production in the country by 10% in the next two years. (Source: ThisDay)
  3. Cassava Production to Reach 30 Million Metric Tons: The National Root Crops Research Institute (NRCRI) has projected that cassava production in Nigeria will reach 30 million metric tons by 2025. (Source: The Guardian)
  4. FG to Establish 10 New Agricultural Zones: The Federal Government has announced plans to establish 10 new agricultural zones across the country to boost agricultural production and create jobs. (Source: Leadership)
  5. Nigeria to Export 500,000 Metric Tons of Tomatoes: The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development has set a target to export 500,000 metric tons of tomatoes to other countries in the next two years. (Source: Daily Trust)
  6. Agricultural Insurance Scheme Launched: The Federal Government has launched an agricultural insurance scheme to protect farmers against crop losses and other risks. (Source: Punch)
  7. FG to Establish 10,000 New Irrigation Schemes: The Federal Government has announced plans to establish 10,000 new irrigation schemes across the country to boost agricultural production. (Source: The Nation)
  8. Nigeria to Increase Maize Production by 20%: The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development has set a target to increase maize production in the country by 20% in the next two years. (Source: BusinessDay)
  9. FG to Establish 20 New Agricultural Research Institutes: The Federal Government has announced plans to establish 20 new agricultural research institutes across the country to boost agricultural research and development. (Source: Premium Times)
  10. Nigeria to Export 200,000 Metric Tons of Soybeans: The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development has set a target to export 200,000 metric tons of soybeans to other countries in the next two years. (Source: Daily Independent)

These are just a few of the latest news in the Nigerian agricultural sector. The sector is a key driver of the country's economy, and there are many initiatives and projects underway to boost agricultural production and productivity.