Across Africa, post-harvest losses remain one of the biggest challenges facing the agricultural sector, with estimates suggesting that 30% to 50% of perishable produce is lost before reaching the market. Increasingly, investment in cold chain infrastructure is being identified as a critical solution to this long-standing problem. Cold chain systems—including refrigerated storage, transport, and distribution—are ...

Digital agriculture is rapidly transforming the farming landscape across Africa, as producers increasingly adopt technology-driven solutions to improve productivity, efficiency, and profitability. From mobile-based advisory platforms to satellite-driven data tools, digital innovation is helping farmers make more informed decisions about planting, irrigation, pest control, and market access. One of the most significant drivers of this ...

Nigeria’s growing mismatch between fish demand and supply is drawing increased attention, as aquaculture players move to bridge the gap with technology-driven, quality-focused solutions. At the recent Food x Culture Workshop in Lagos, farm-to-market aquaculture firm Roshe Agro reaffirmed its commitment to supplying graded, fresh and traceable fish to the country’s food service industry. The ...

Nigeria must urgently redefine agriculture from a subsistence activity into a modern, profitable enterprise if it is to secure its food future, according to the Group Managing Director of Xtralarge Farms and Resorts. Speaking at the 2026 Vanguard Economic Discourse in Lagos, the agribusiness leader called for a “re-adorning” of agriculture—arguing that outdated perceptions of ...

By Adekunle Yusuf In Imobi, a small community in Ogun State’s Ijebu East Local Government Area, a quiet transformation is underway—one that could signal the rebirth of Nigeria’s long-dormant cotton and textile industry. At first light, farmers like Adewale once faced an all-too-familiar uncertainty, relying on cassava yields that barely sustained their households. Today, his ...

US Expands Agricultural Trade Support to Nigeria Through GSM-102 Credit Programme The United States has strengthened agricultural trade ties with Nigeria by expanding support through the Export Credit Guarantee Program (GSM-102), a financing tool designed to improve access to US agricultural products and inputs. Administered by the United States Department of Agriculture, the GSM-102 programme ...

The Federal Government of Nigeria has called for the adoption of blended finance models to bridge the country’s estimated N3.4 trillion agricultural financing gap, as part of efforts to boost productivity, improve yields, and strengthen food security. Speaking at the Vanguard Economic Discourse held in Lagos, the Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Maiha, emphasised that ...

At the core of every successful agricultural partnership is a shared vision—one that prioritises inclusive growth, sustainability, and long-term trust. The recent Dutch horticulture trade mission to Nigeria embodied this vision, bringing together government leaders, private sector stakeholders, civil society organisations, chefs, and farmers. The mission not only reinforced the strong ties between the Netherlands ...

Nigeria continues to grapple with a significant palm oil supply gap, as domestic demand far exceeds local production despite the country’s strong potential to expand the sector. Annual demand for palm oil in Nigeria surpasses 2.5 million metric tons, while current production stands at დაახლოებით 1.4 million tons. This shortfall of over 1 million tons ...

Stakeholders in Nigeria’s agricultural sector have called for stronger security measures and improved coordination across all levels of government to enhance productivity and ensure food security. The call was made during a Food Security and Socioeconomic Stability discussion held in Lagos. Speaking at the event, Hussein Gadain, representing the Food and Agriculture Organization, emphasized the ...