CASHEW FARMING This fruit is one of the most popular tree crops in Nigeria. Cashew nut farming is a sustainable and profitable venture for farmers in Nigeria and Africa. The cashew nut sector is a highly lucrative as well as quickly growing market, making it an outstanding possibility for business owners looking to start a…
Challenges facing Pig farming industry The major constraints affecting pig production were high labour, poor housing, high finance, land holding, high incidence of disease, and high cost of feed. Also there are quite a number of challenges facing the pig farming industry. One challenge is the high cost of feed. Feed accounts for around 60-70%…
PLANTAIN FARMING Plantains come from the tropics, where they can grow almost year-round and flower and fruit at any time. In these conditions, they can bear fruit in as little as nine to twelve months after planting. Plantain farming is simply the cultivation of plantain. It involves the process of growing plantains and is one…
DRYING METHOD OF PALM OIL EXTRACTION In our previous post, we discussed extensively on the ways by which palm oil can be extracted from oil palm tree and wet method as the most common process of palm oil extraction. The dry process is not commonly used, but it’s still a viable option for extracting palm…
CASSAVA PLANTATION Cassava, also known as yuca or manioc is a starchy root crop that’s grown in tropical and subtropical regions around the world. Cassava farming is the cultivation and growing of Cassava crop. Cassava is a staple food in Nigeria. Almost everybody in Nigeria consume cassava directly or indirectly. It is also one of…
The Power of Good Fruits: Boosting Your Immune System Fruits are nature’s sweet and nutritious gift to humanity. Packed with essential vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and dietary fiber, fruits play an important part in ensuring the effective functioning of the human body. Incorporating a variety of fruits into your daily diet can have a great impact…
Food Security And Food Sovereignty Food security and food sovereignty are important issues in agriculture. Food security is about ensuring that everyone has access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food. It is the physical, social, and economic access of members of the family to healthy, complete, sufficient and consistent diets that satisfy dietary requirements, and…
The Bedrock of Civilization: The Importance of Agriculture Agriculture, often referred to as the basis of civilization, is a cornerstone of human progress and sustenance. It practically involves cultivating crops, raising livestock, and harnessing natural resources to provide food, fiber, and other essential commodities. Its profound impact on society, the environment, and the global…
