A German company introduces ARBOCEL, an insoluble fibre concentrate, to Nigerian farmers. Proven to increase bird body weight and improve gut health, it tackles climate-related stress and boosts production profitability. Learn how this innovation transfor
Vice President Kashim Shettima leads the National Economic Council meeting to advance President Tinubu's livestock and ranching transformation agenda. Read the latest details.
Nigeria's Federal Government inaugurates a 33-member Technical Working Group to combat Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR), a major threat to livestock and food security. Learn about the national strategy.
Angry residents of Ekpoma, Edo State, stormed a livestock market, slaughtering goats and chasing traders in protest over a youth's killing by suspected kidnappers. Governor Monday Okpebholo and police intervene.
Taraba State commissions vital livestock infrastructure and distributes assets to farmers under the World Bank's L-PRES project, aiming to enhance food security and economic growth. Read more.
The Federal Government commissions a Livestock Development and Artificial Insemination Centre in Sokoto to enhance genetics, food security, and create jobs. Read more.
The University of The Gambia has renamed its School of Agriculture after former AfDB President Akinwumi Adesina, honouring his impact on African agriculture and development. Read more.
The University of The Gambia honours ex-AfDB President Dr Akinwumi Adesina by renaming its School of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences after him. Discover his transformative impact on Africa.
The University of The Gambia has renamed its School of Agriculture after former AfDB President Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, honouring his transformative impact on African agriculture and food security. Read more.
Livestock farmers in Taraba State celebrate as land is handed over for a new veterinary hospital in Jalingo. The L-PRES and World Bank project aims to boost animal health and farming resilience.
Enugu State commissions a model veterinary hospital and flags off an integrated livestock development centre, aiming to transform agriculture and become a regional agro-export hub. #Agriculture #Enugu
A Nigerian woman shares her husband's poultry farming struggle as he fails to sell chickens reared for Christmas. High feed costs and low offers threaten his investment. Read the full story.
Despite being Nigeria's most commercialised livestock segment, poultry farmers face high feed costs and limited input access. The Minister of Livestock reaffirmed commitment at the LAPO Chicken Fair, highlighting collaboration for food security.
A professor at MOUAU says the new Livestock Ministry hasn't solved Nigeria's animal protein shortage. He calls for unbundling NAPRI and establishing a Southeast research centre.
As France battles lumpy skin disease, experts point to the Balkans' 2016 success: rapid vaccination and culls controlled the outbreak in months. Learn the key strategies.
Nigeria's government urges private investment in livestock via PPPs to unlock the sector's potential, create jobs, and enhance food security. Minister Idi Maiha reveals 38 legacy facilities need revitalisation.
Business mogul Muhammadu Indimi promises to attract domestic and foreign investors to develop Borno's agriculture, livestock, mining, and tourism sectors, boosting the local economy.
Nigerian poultry farmers announce new, higher prices for chickens ahead of Christmas, citing soaring feed costs. See the latest market rates and the reasons behind the festive season squeeze.
International drug cartels are exploiting filthy livestock ships to smuggle tonnes of cocaine into Europe. Learn how poor sanitary conditions create a 'logistical nightmare' for authorities.
Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri refutes claims of school shutdowns due to insecurity. Government warns against fake news and emphasizes commitment to education.
Feedlot Nigeria boosts cattle capacity to 5000 herds, enhancing local beef production and reducing import dependency. Discover how this expansion transforms Nigeria's agricultural sector.
The Federal Government has launched a comprehensive plan to revolutionize Nigeria's dairy sector, aiming to meet rising demand and reverse decades of underperformance through strategic reforms and partnerships.
Herder Buba Usman faces court for alleged open grazing and destroying N1.1m worth of crops in Akure community. Case adjourned to December 4. Follow for updates.
Federal Government bans open grazing nationwide, declaring it a capital offence to curb farmer-herder conflicts. Minister urges adoption of ranching for better productivity.
Federal Government clarifies no nationwide ban on open grazing exists. Minister confirms gradual transition to modern ranching systems across Nigeria's 4.5 million hectares of grazing reserves.
Federal Government clarifies no nationwide ban on open grazing exists. Minister Idi Maiha details a gradual transition to modern ranching systems using 4.5 million hectares of reserves.
Federal Government clarifies open grazing is not banned, announces phased transition to modern ranching using 4.5M hectares of reserves. Learn about the new livestock development strategy.
Federal government declares final ban on open grazing nationwide. Minister Maiha announces ranching alternative as solution to decades-long conflicts. Read full details.
Federal Government assures Nigerians that livestock sector partnerships will soon show visible results, aiming to grow the industry from $32B to $74B by 2035 through strategic reforms.
Adamawa State inaugurates the National Council on Livestock Development, a major step to boost Nigeria's economy, ensure food security, and reduce herder-farmer conflicts.