The federal government has inaugurated a community-based national food bank programme to boost food security and expand access to nutritious food.
The Sasakawa Africa Association has commenced training of agro-dealers to strengthen support for 100,000 smallholder maize and soybean farmers.
There have been speculations of a looming egg shortage and a subsequent increase in the price of the produce.
He said livestock production now plays a vital role in national stability.
Juliet Obaro, an Internet of Things engineer, says that Edge AI can bridge connectivity gaps and empower smallholder farmers with real-time agricultural insights.
FG has introduced a newly developed chicken breed and 57 crop varieties to boost meat availability, enhance food security and improve Nigerians’ nutritional well-being.
Mr Torero said the crisis was affecting agricultural production and food security worldwide, impacting farmers and migrant workers.
Bangladesh and Nigeria have pledged to explore new frontiers in agriculture and trade as both countries seek to deepen bilateral cooperation and unlock economic opportunities.
Mr Odion said he was at the programme to learn modern planting methods.
The farmers said, “There are many other constraints that have forced many to abandon their farms.”
