Talkfarm Nigeria

An agricultural network, an information hub working to help farmers gain access to a profitable and sustained business environment

[Food and Agriculture Organization @FAO]

Soil organic carbon sequestration is one of the most cost-effective options for:

🟤 #ClimateChange adaptation & mitigation
🟤 combating desertification
🟤 fighting land degradation
🟤 achieving #FoodSecurity

Protecting our #soils means protecting our planet!

[Talkfarm Nigeria @talkfarm]

Grap this great opportunity

[Lois Fube Bewarang @lois_bewaran]

We will be selling strawberries to people in Jos at 1500 per kilogram this week. Please don’t miss out on this offer. If you are not in Jos, no problem, you can buy for your family and friends in Jos😊 Good evening!!
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[Young Africa Works - Mastercard Foundation @youngafricawks]

Did you know in 2023, a total of 176 girls from South Africa and Kenya participated in @MastercardFdn Girls4Tech education program workshops?
To date, the inquiry-based STEM program has reached over 3.5 million girls between the ages of 8 and 16 in 60 countries.

[FAO in Africa @FAOAfrica]

Why do we need urgent investments in #soilhealth and practices that support it?

🍄 Prevent and reverse land + #soil degradation
🐛 Put ecosystem restoration targets within reach
🍀 Mitigate and adapt to climate change
🍓 Improve #food security + nutrition

[FAO in Africa @FAOAfrica]

Knowing how to manage water sustainably and ensure effective soil moisture is vital for plants' growth.

Here are 4 actions to perserve #soil moisture👇

[Talkfarm Nigeria @talkfarm]

Right on time..

[Nig Federal Ministry of Agriculture &Food Security @NGfmafs]

ABUBAKAR CALLS FOR COLLABORATION AMONG AGRO DEALERS TO STRENGTHEN FOOD SECURITY

The Hon. Minister, Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari @SenatorAKyari, CON, has called for collaboration among Agro dealers to strengthen production and achieve food security.

The Minister made the call during a courtesy visit by the President, Nigerian Agro Input Dealers Association, NAIDA, Alhaji Kabir Umar Fara and his team to his office, in Abuja recently.

He pointed out that the essence of the collaboration was to ensure that products supplied meet with the prescribed set standards in terms of quality and quantity to ensure food sufficiency.

He emphasized the need for the Association to sell only certified and approved products sourced from the registered Input producers.

Sen. Abubakar, therefore charged Association to come up with policies and programmes that would see to how adulteration of products can be mitigated, noting that the marketers are the face of government.

He also urged farmers to use and apply the entire inputs given, in line with the best agronomic practices for maximum productivities.

Earlier, the President of Nigerian Agro Input Dealers Association, NAIDA, Alhaji Kabir Umar Fara stated that NAIDA is an umbrella of input distributors in Nigeria to farmers, including Fertilizers, organic and inorganic, seeds, petrol chemicals and farm implements.

He pointed out that Association was a structured National body with six Zonal Vice Presidents and State Chapter Chairmen, with their names and contact with the Ministry to ensure synergy at the grass root and are committed to ensure that Agric Business is no longer business as usual.

He stated that the Association sensitizes farmers to buy their inputs from established approved centers.

Speaking further, the President of the Association stated that when the cost of Inputs are high, there is tendency that many Agro dealers would want to go the wrong way, stressing that it is their duty to assist the Ministry stop the wrong way.

He added that, “now, there is sales permit issued by the Ministry, if you don’t have sales permit and you are guilty in any of the sales of our inputs, you should be arrested immediately”.

He revealed that the Ministry had also deployed foot soldiers in each of the states, for purposes of collaboration with the 36 States and FCT to ensure compliance.

@SenatorAKyari @sabialiyu_ @woye1

[UN Biodiversity @UNBiodiversity]

🌱 The Status of the World's Soil Resources report has identified 10 threats to our #Soil
👉👉👉 https://t.co/0QirS3CofF
It's time to step up together to #SaveSoil & prioritize #SoilHealth for healthy crops, clean #Water, and thriving biodiversity‼️

Via: @FAOLandWater

[Nig Federal Ministry of Agriculture &Food Security @NGfmafs]

NEW PERMANENT SECRETARY RESUMES IN FMAFS, PLEDGES TO DRIVE RENEWED HOPE AGENDA IN THE AGRIC SECTOR

Sequel to the recent deployment of Permanent Secretaries to man various Ministries by the Office of the Head of Civil Service of the Federation (HOCSF), Mr. Temitope Peter Fashedemi, on Wednesday, 17 January,2024, resumed duty as the Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security.

In a brief handover ceremony at the Ministry’s Conference Room, Mr. Temitope Fashedemi thanked the Hon Ministers and the Staff of the Ministry for the warm reception accorded him on his arrival and pledged to drive the renewed hope agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the agriculture sector geared towards achieving food and nutrition security as well as enhance the economic growth of the country.

He stated the agriculture sector is among the top four priority areas of the agenda of the Present Administration in terms food security, job creation, poverty alleviation and economic growth “I am a team player and as a family we are better positioned to achieve the mandate of the Ministry”.

The Permanent Secretary tasked the Directors on the need to support the ministers to achieve their mandate in the ministry which is to achieve food sufficiency and boost the economic.

Earlier in her welcome address, the Director, Human Resources Management, Mrs. Oluwatoyin Alade assured the incoming Permanent Secretary of the total support, loyalty and commitment of management and staff of the Ministry.

Ezeaja Ikemefuna
AD, Information
For: Director, Information
17/1/24

[Talkfarm Nigeria @talkfarm]

By adopting smart farming practices, farmers can enhance efficiency, reduce resource wastage, optimize crop yields, and contribute to sustainable and environmentally friendly agriculture. The integration of technology not only improves productivity but also helps reduce wastage

[Talkfarm Nigeria @talkfarm]

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[UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency @Refugees]

Water is a human right.

Refugees have the right to clean, safe water.

[FAO in Africa @FAOAfrica]

#Mangroves provide:

🌊 coastal protection
🫧 carbon storage
🪵 wood
🦀 fish, crabs, clams
💊 medicines

and are essential for the nutrition & food security of millions around the world.

We need to protect these vital ecosystems!

#GenerationRestoration

[Talkfarm Nigeria @talkfarm]

Emerging livestock technologies are playing a significant role in providing farmers with data-driven insights, helping them make more informed decisions and optimize their farming operations #agribusiness #agritech

[International Fund for Agricultural Development @IFAD]

Imagine a future where #FoodSystems not only provide healthy food for all, but also protect the planet 🌾🌏

At IFAD, we are working to make this vision a reality. Are you with us?

[Talkfarm Nigeria @talkfarm]

Edible insects have gained attention as a sustainable and nutritious food source
· Reduced Environmental Impact
· High Protein Content
· Diverse Flavors and Textures
· Reduced Pressure on Traditional Livestock
· Job Creation and Sustainable Farming
#healthylifestyle

[Food and Agriculture Organization @FAO]

Edible insects are an underutilized resource that can help meet our growing demands for nutritious food while caring for our planet.

Here are 3 reasons why edible insects should have a place on the menu 👇

[Food and Agriculture Organization @FAO]

You should try to eat 400 grams or 5 portions of fruits & vegetables per day to stay healthy.

Here are just 5 reasons why fruits & vegetables should be part of your diet 👇

#HealthForAll #HealthyDiets

[Talkfarm Nigeria @talkfarm]

Scientists issue warning over foamy substance found on plants which could spread disease
https://t.co/BO21nEY3Tj

[Food and Agriculture Organization @FAO]

Millets are rich in heritage & full of potential.

The International #YearofMillets offers a way to share indigenous knowledge & combine it with modern science around the world.

Learn more about millets & the Year here 👉 https://t.co/8ttpwjm5vt

#IYM2023

[Food and Agriculture Organization @FAO]

Building a #ZeroWaste world involves addressing many different but interconnected challenges, including food loss.

What @FAO is doing to reduce #FoodLoss & make our agrifood systems more efficient👉https://t.co/VEbl7dyGwW
#ZeroWasteDay

[IRRI Education @irrieducation]

📢 IRRI is offering training grants to support qualified 2023 Rice Research to Production course applicants from South and Southeast Asia.

🌾This program offers students a unique opportunity to gain an excellent education in a key area of rice science

🔗https://t.co/7Wg19WgyQg