Archives Tag: farming
Hydroponic Farming in Nigeria: How to Get Started
April 19, 2022
Hydroponic farming has taken off and is a preferred approach to growing crops for many hobbyists and commercial farmers. While this is increasingly true in many parts of the world, hydroponic farming in Nigeria is still very much in its infancy. A scattering of farmers use it to cultivate vegetables and can achieve faster … Continue reading Hydroponic Farming in Nigeria: How to Get Started
A Comprehensive Guide to Setting Up a Smart Farm in Nigeria
April 19, 2022
As the global agricultural landscape continues to evolve, the integration of technology into traditional farming practices has become essential for sustainable and efficient food production. In Nigeria, where agriculture plays a pivotal role in the economy, the concept of smart farming is gaining traction. In this article, we explore the step-by-step process of setting … Continue reading A Comprehensive Guide to Setting Up a Smart Farm in Nigeria
A Comprehensive Guide on How to Start Pig Farming in Nigeria
April 19, 2022
Pig farming, also known as pig rearing or piggery, has emerged as a lucrative venture in Nigeria, offering promising opportunities for entrepreneurs seeking sustainable and profitable agricultural ventures. With a growing demand for pork products and a supportive agricultural ecosystem, starting a pig farm can be a rewarding endeavour. This comprehensive guide aims to … Continue reading A Comprehensive Guide on How to Start Pig Farming in Nigeria
Nigerian Agritechs Can Upscale and Grow Through Vertical Farming
April 19, 2022
Nigeria, the most populous country in Africa, has a significant potential to become one of the world’s leading agricultural powerhouses. Agriculture accounts for 23% of Nigeria’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and provides employment to about 70% of the population. However, the sector faces numerous challenges, including low productivity, climate change, inadequate infrastructure, and limited … Continue reading Nigerian Agritechs Can Upscale and Grow Through Vertical Farming
How To Grow Your Poultry Business
April 19, 2022
Poultry farming is one of the most popular types of farming. It is done on both small-scale and large-scale. Most individuals or families have a poultry farm for direct consumption only- this is not our target audience for this topic. This writeup is directed to those interested in making a business out of their poultry … Continue reading How To Grow Your Poultry Business
Artificial Intelligence Helping African Farmers In The Fight Against Locusts
April 19, 2022
Kuzi is a free early warning tool, delivered by SMS, that helps farmers across Africa to predict and control locust attacks. Kuzi uses satellite data, soil sensor data, ground meteorological observation, and machine learning to predict the breeding, occurrence, and migration routes of desert locusts. Farmers and pastoralists receive free SMS alerts 2-3 months … Continue reading Artificial Intelligence Helping African Farmers In The Fight Against Locusts
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Malay Apple Farming In Nigeria |2
April 19, 2022
Malay Apple is majorly in three colours – red, green and cream with many varieties of each type. In Nigeria, the commonest type is the red colour, the green is scanty, while the cream colour may not be readily available now. It has a sweet-sour taste. It also comes in three different shapes – … Continue reading Malay Apple Farming In Nigeria |2
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App Of The Week: Thrive Agric
April 19, 2022
Thrive Agric is an investment platform that supports farmers by helping them commercialise their ventures and enables investors to support farmers by channelling their resources in the right platform. Thrive Agric provides support for agricultural ventures by enabling people to invest in farms at certain seasons. The platform is open to investors who want … Continue reading App Of The Week: Thrive Agric
Farm4me, Nigeria’s Online Farm Equipment Rental Service
April 19, 2022
Nigeria’s story is an interesting one for several reasons. From the colonial days to independence and now post-independence, it is a story of a young man treading through life and on a growth journey, albeit, many people see it in different perspectives. Although agriculture is not as widely accepted and invested into like crude oil, … Continue reading Farm4me, Nigeria’s Online Farm Equipment Rental Service
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4 Movies To Watch With Your Friends This Weekend
April 19, 2022
Payday is almost here. It’s a good time to grab some popcorn with a few friends and watch something profound (so that you can argue about it later), or maybe just have a few good laughs. Here’s a list of 4 movies you can watch with your friends this weekend. Love is War Mr & … Continue reading 4 Movies To Watch With Your Friends This Weekend
Everything You Need To Know About Damson Idris And Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje’s New Film, Farming
April 19, 2022
Damson Idris will appear alongside Genevieve Nnaji in a new film written and directed by the award-winning, British Nigerian actor Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje. The film is called Farming, and it will be Adewale’s first release as a writer and a director. The storyline of Farming is based on the true life story of Adewale as a … Continue reading Everything You Need To Know About Damson Idris And Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje’s New Film, Farming
Agritech Focus: All About Farmcrowdy
April 19, 2022
Farmcrowdy is Nigeria’s first digital agricultural platform, and a pioneer startup in the country’s growing agritech space. They exist to join two ends of the agro-funding spectrum: farmers who need to finance their field operations, and individuals willing to sponsor those operations and reap returns on their investment. When the startup was launched in 2016, … Continue reading Agritech Focus: All About Farmcrowdy
Agritech Focus: All About Transfurd Farms
April 19, 2022
Not everyone who wants to own a farm is able to work the ground and grow crops. Even when they have the funds to set up and operate one, they may be too preoccupied with other concerns to be actively involved on the field. Transfurd Farms exists to help such people obtain plots of land, … Continue reading Agritech Focus: All About Transfurd Farms
Agritech Focus: All about Verdant Agritech
April 19, 2022
Verdant Agritech aims to become Nigeria’s biggest reservoir of useful agricultural data. It also wants to connect the country’s farmers, input providers, extension officers, NGOs, and financial institutions to create one large value-multiplying ecosystem. It’s a project ambitious enough to inspire the starriest eyed but daunting enough to shoo off the bravest hearts. The present … Continue reading Agritech Focus: All about Verdant Agritech
Agritech focus: All About Hello Tractor
April 19, 2022
The world continues to apply its very latest technologies to agriculture, to lift production efficiencies in the sector to heights good enough to cater for tomorrow’s challenges. Whether it’s digital technology or blockchain, AI or robotics, there’s always some new tech being dropped into the crop growing sphere to make them yield more products for … Continue reading Agritech focus: All About Hello Tractor
