Isaac Ekoja

Jesus lover | Advocate of Good Governance | An Agriculturist with special interest in crop production| Retweets not Endorsement.

[Isaac Ekoja @EkojaIsaac]

Growth process in Sweet pepper

[NaijaFarmer @Nig_Farmer]

Good News Nigeria! 🎉🎉🎉

Our FG has approved New Chicken Breed & 57 Improved Crop Varieties for the 2026 farming season to boost food production.

After years of developing, field testing and quality checks ✔️ we have new varieties to test and a chicken breed to produce.

We have a new chicken breed called The Moorbeta Chicken, developed by the Institute of Agricultural Research and Training (IAR&T), Ibadan.

This chicken breed had the ability to attain high body weight within a short period, good carcass yield, and tolerance to heat stress, which means they can withstand our local conditions and still produce consistently (this is beautiful 😍)

On the crop side, the approved varieties are soyabean, yam, potato, onion, tomato, rice, pepper, eggplant, plantain, banana, maize, groundnut, sorghum and cowpea.

These varieties are developed by our own research institutions & researchers. They are designed to do well under our local conditions.

Are they GMO? No. But high quality hybrid.

Farmers please don't sleep on these varieties, as you're preparing for the season you can create a test plot for some of these new varieties to test and engage.

May this season give us its best! 🙏🙏

[kelizfarmsandconsults @kelizfarmsandc]

@MikeAgrow @akinwale_cfi @BiserukaEmmanu1 @Naija_farmers @kunmigbenga @hakpaul1 @dhot_man @demi_farm @FirstKingEntert @dufitalexis1 @GbemiNey Carefully remove one affected plant from the bag and inspect the roots.
if it’s white and firm..root is healthy ,
brown, soft, or slimy.. rooot rot
If it has very few roots then it’s transplant stress or soil compaction. @kunmigbenga check this

[NaijaFarmer @Nig_Farmer]

You may see a camel and think it’s just a slow desert animal, but this creature is one of nature’s most unbelievable survival machines.

Built for some of the harshest environments on Earth, camels can endure conditions that would k!ll most animals within hours.

Let's explore their facts together:

•A camel can drink up to 100 liters of water in just 10 minutes, allowing it to rehydrate incredibly fast after days of dehydration.

•Contrary to popular belief, a camel’s hump does not store water. It stores fat, which the camel can convert into energy and even small amounts of water when food is scarce.

•Camels can survive losing up to 30% of their body weight from dehydration, a level that would be fatal for most mammals.

•Their red blood cells are oval-shaped instead of round, allowing them to keep circulating smoothly even when the blood becomes very thick during dehydration.

•A camel’s thick eyelashes and three eyelids protect its eyes from harsh desert sandstorms.

•Camels can completely close their nostrils to keep out blowing sand during desert storms.

•Their broad, padded feet act like natural snowshoes for sand, preventing them from sinking while walking across dunes.

•Camels can eat thorny desert plants that would injure most animals because the inside of their mouths is lined with extremely tough tissue.

•Their body temperature can safely fluctuate between 34°C and 41°C, helping them conserve water by avoiding sweating in extreme heat.

•Camels produce very concentrated urine and extremely dry dung, conserving as much water as possible.

•When food is scarce, a camel can live off the fat stored in its hump for weeks.

•A fully grown camel can carry loads of up to 270 kilograms (about 600 pounds) across long desert distances.

•Camels have been called “ships of the desert” for centuries because they made long-distance trade across deserts possible.

•During sandstorms, camels instinctively kneel and turn their backs to the wind to protect their faces and lungs.

•Some camels can travel over 40 kilometers in a single day while carrying heavy loads across the desert.
They were built for the hard life.

Hope you've learnt something new and interesting about them?

[Ebun @kenkenlewu]

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[Dr Oludayo Sokunbi @Oludeewon]

📍Applications for Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships for the 2026/27 academic year are now open from 16:00 GMT. to Tuesday 17 February 2026.

▪︎ The deadline closing date for submitting an application is 16:00 BST on Tuesday, 31 March 2026.

The scholarships are for study beginning in September/October 2026.

Read more here 👇🏾
https://t.co/dzVphlu5IH

[NaijaFarmer @Nig_Farmer]

You’ve probably eaten it a hundred times… but you’ve never really met it.

Behind that simple red or green skin is a fruit with wild origins, secret gases, cloning secrets, and even Bible-level controversy.

Let’s peel it open properly for you 👇🏽

• Apples float in water because they are about 25% air. That crisp bite? You’re literally biting into tiny air pockets.

• The apples we eat today trace back to a wild ancestor called Malus sieversii, found in the mountains of Tian Shan in modern-day Kazakhstan.

• If you plant a seed from a store-bought apple, it will NOT grow the same type. Every seed is genetically different. That’s why commercial apple trees are cloned through grafting.

• Apples are actually members of the rose family — yes, the same extended family as roses, pears, apricots, and cherries.

• Apples release ethylene gas, a natural ripening chemical. Keep them beside bananas or avocados and watch the magic (or spoilage) happen faster.

• Apples ripen at room temperature 10 times faster than when refrigerated.

• It takes energy from about 50 leaves just to grow ONE apple. That fruit worked hard for you

• There are more than 7,500 varieties of apples worldwide. You could eat a different one every day for over 20 years.

• The “star” shape you see when you slice an apple horizontally is its calyx — and that’s where the seeds are arranged.

• The famous saying “An apple a day keeps the doctor away” came from a 19th-century Welsh proverb.

• Archaeologists have found evidence humans have been eating apples for over 8,500 years.

• The “forbidden fruit” in the Book of Genesis was never actually named as an apple. That connection came from a Latin word mix-up centuries later.

• The largest apple ever recorded weighed over 1.8 kg and was grown in Japan.

• The American folklore hero “Johnny Appleseed” was a real man named John Chapman — but most of the apples he planted were used to make hard cider, not for eating fresh.

• Apple trees can live for over 100 years, and some can grow up to 40 feet tall.

Did you find any of these facts fascinating?

Have a great week 😎🫡

[The Nigerian Farmer @Naija_farmers]

More than 30 trucks returning cassava!
I have never been discouraged in the farming community like this evening seeing those trucks returning the cassava they brought to pure biotech all the way from Nasarawa ,Abuja and other states ,my spirit down!
If there is no market then, why are we still producing?
The government needs to do more in the agricultural sector with favorable policies.

~Jerry

[Grok @grok]

Nigeria's cassava market faces challenges like oversupply, low prices, post-harvest losses, and limited processing capacity, as seen in recent reports of price crashes and factory slowdowns. Solutions include government policies for better market access, subsidies, and export incentives; investing in storage and value-added processing (e.g., starch, ethanol); and farmer cooperatives for collective bargaining. Encouraging sustainable production could help balance supply-demand.

[Zomo the Rabbit @zomoears]

@Naija_farmers A heartbreaking experience for farmers!

Pure Biotech explained that their machines had broken down and they had ran out of storage space for fresh cassava.

They are still collecting dried cassava flakes from farmers.

[Davinci @suf_davinci]

@Naija_farmers This is another reason why govt at all level must actively support agriculture.

Build modern silos in every LGA

Support the conversation heavy trucks to CNG

Become the major off-taker of commodity which would taken care of this problem highlighted

[Africa First @AfricaFirsts]

Explain how a 4,000-year-old Egyptian mummy in Egypt 🇪🇬 has dental work many people today can’t afford.

[Agronomme Jean Baptiste🇬🇦 🌽🥦 @Agronommejean]

THE IMPORTANCE AND BENEFITS OF WATER IN CHICKEN FARMING

Water is a fundamental nutrient in chicken farming and plays a critical role in maintaining poultry health, productivity, and overall farm efficiency. Since the avian body is composed largely of water, an adequate and continuous supply is essential for normal physiological processes, growth, and survival.

One of the primary benefits of water in chicken farming is its role in digestion and nutrient absorption. Chickens require water to soften feed, facilitate enzymatic activity, and enable the efficient absorption of nutrients in the digestive tract. Insufficient water intake directly reduces feed consumption, leading to poor growth rates and decreased egg production.

Water is also vital for regulating body temperature in chickens. Birds lack sweat glands and rely on drinking water and panting to control body heat, especially in hot environments. Adequate access to clean, cool water helps prevent heat stress, which can otherwise result in reduced productivity, weakened immunity, and increased mortality.

In addition, water supports metabolic functions and waste elimination. It is essential for blood circulation, transportation of nutrients, and removal of metabolic waste products through excretion. Proper hydration strengthens the immune system, enabling chickens to resist diseases and recover more effectively from infections.

Furthermore, clean and sufficient water directly influences reproductive performance and product quality. In laying hens, adequate water intake is closely linked to egg size, shell quality, and laying consistency. Consequently, ensuring constant access to clean, uncontaminated water is a cornerstone of sustainable and profitable chicken farming systems.

[Simons @Simon_Ingari]

HR: What are your salary expectations?
Candidate: 250,000 per month.

HR: We really liked your profile, but it's a little over our current budget.

Candidate: I really like this role. If 240,000 is okay, I'm willing to adjust.

HR: Great. Let's finalize at 220,000.

The candidate agreed—a little hesitant, but remained hopeful.

Later in the office:

"Position filled," HR reported.
“The budget was 280,000 — the deal closed at 220,000. Saved 60,000 per month!”

HR Manager: “Excellent. This was a very smart hiring move.”

A few weeks later…
The newly hired employee learns the truth — that colleagues in the same role are earning 270,000 to 280,000.

1. Motivation erodes
2. Trust erodes
3. Performance plummets
4. Resignations ensue

And this is how the company returns to zero:

- Another vacancy
- Another recruitment cycle
- More onboarding costs
- All the time and productivity wasted

Really?

👉 Underpaying talented professionals doesn't save anything—it only delays the cost.

👉 If you want to retain top talent, compensate them fairly from day one.

They don't just bring skills—they also bring stability, loyalty, and long-term value.

Have you seen such a situation in your career life?

[Isaac Ekoja @EkojaIsaac]

God can not be mocked

[♔Arome ♔ @codediinc]

The Nigerian god is money. Our pastors have also contributed to this menace

[Isaac Ekoja @EkojaIsaac]

@aprokofarmer This your post make no meaning since you can not explain the cause of the bitterness in cucumber

[NaijaFarmer @Nig_Farmer]

Congratulations Nigeria 🎉🎉🎉

Nigeria has recorded a new milestone in agricultural research and innovation as the National Root Crops Research Institute NRCRI Umudike Abia State has secured a federal patent for three newly developed tea products derived from turmeric leaves

Our research institute in Umudike developed world standard tea from turmeric leaves.

The patented teas are the outcome of extensive research by a multidisciplinary team led by Dr Rachel Majekodunmi Omodamiro.

Turmeric which is widely known for its health enhancing properties has now been successfully processed into distinct tea variants with added commercial and wellness value.

The achievement has positioned our country more strongly in natural products research and bio innovation.

Watch out for Tumeric tea in our stories across the country.

Science is here to make our life better not to harm us!

Shout out to everyone involved.

[NaijaFarmer @Nig_Farmer]

Things that need to change in 2026!

Currently, Nigeria has the lowest ratio of extension agents to farmers in Africa, with one agent serving 10,000 farmers, compared to other African countries with one agent for 1,200 farmers.

How do we expect things to change if there are no change agents?

There's no successful agriculture sector without a strong extension system.

Agricultural practices are changing everyday! If no one informs these farmers of new systems how do we improve food production?

We need stronger and empowered Agric extension services in Nigeria.

[NaijaFarmer @Nig_Farmer]

Groundnut is a very common crop here in Nigeria, mostly grown in the Northern region of the country.

I've compiled some very interesting facts about groundnuts you should know.

1) Groundnuts, also called peanuts, are actually legumes, not nuts they grow underground like little treasure chests.

2) They were first cultivated in South America over 3,500 years ago, long before peanut butter existed.

3) Groundnuts are rich in protein, healthy fats, and fiber, making them a mini powerhouse of nutrition.

4) The peanut plant can produce dozens of pods per plant, each containing 2–4 seeds.

5) Groundnuts fix nitrogen in the soil, improving fertility for future crops.

6) They grow best in sandy, well-drained soil and warm climates, thriving where other legumes might struggle.

7) Roasting peanuts enhances their flavor but also boosts antioxidant levels, making them even healthier.

8) Groundnuts are used to make oil, butter, snacks, sauces, and even beverages versatility at its finest.

9) Some varieties can grow over 30 inches tall, with underground pods developing while the plant flowers above ground.

10) The peanut is technically a “geocarpy” plant, meaning its fruit develops underground science terms, but basically: it buries its own baby seeds.

11) Groundnuts are economically important worldwide Nigeria, China, India, and the U.S. are major producers.

12) The shells of peanuts are sometimes used as animal bedding, fuel, or mulch, giving the plant extra value.

13) Peanuts contain resveratrol, the same antioxidant found in red wine your snack could double as a heart-helper.

14) They are gluten-free, making them a safe protein snack for people with celiac disease.

15) Despite being small, peanuts are capable of producing massive yields and feeding millions, proving that good things really do come in small packages.

That'll be all for now guysss.
Hope you learnt something today?

Share and Retweet if you did.

[NaijaFarmer @Nig_Farmer]

The news coming from Anambra got me in my feelings 🥺🥺

Bcs of alot of Igbo traditional fruit trees are nearing extinction, Anambra govt has kept aside N200m For procurement, distribution of endangered Igbo traditional fruit tree seedlings in 2026.

Isn't this beautiful 😍 🥺

The govt planned to procure 60,000 Ukwa (African breadfruit) seedlings at the cost of N1,500 per seedling,

40,000 Udala (African star apple) seedlings and 20,000 bitter kola seedlings would be procured at a combined cost of N84 million.

The state would procure 10,000 raffia seedlings and 16,000 Ogbono seedlings at the cost of N26 million.

100,000 households will receive oil palm and other economic tree seedlings during the implementation of the 2026 fiscal year.

This is a regenerative policy for endangered local varieties, let's save our own, keep our history intact and let our children know we are self sustainable.

Shout out to Anambra govt & everybody involved in this project.

We are grateful 🙏🙌

[Isaac Ekoja @EkojaIsaac]

@Nig_Farmer @Blesynindahouse God bless you for this beautiful response boss. They know nothing about GMO yet they go about spreading fear about GMO