Farmers in the field Farmers in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have reported significant yield improvements from planting genetically modified (GM) crops, particularly improved varieties of cowpea and TELA maize, in recent planting seasons. During a Farmers Field Day organised by the National Biotechnology Research and Development Agency (NBRDA) and the African Agricultural Technology Foundation ...

TELA Maize variety on IAR Research Farm in Minjibir, Kano State. Photo: AATF Agriculture has always been the backbone of Nigeria’s economy, contributing 22.35 per cent to the country’s GDP and providing livelihoods for about 70 per cent of the population. Yet, despite its importance, the sector faces significant challenges in meeting local food demands ...

Agriculture is the backbone of Nigeria’s economy, contributing 22.35% to the country’s GDP and providing livelihoods for 70% of the population. Despite its importance, the sector faces challenges in meeting local food demands and exporting products. With only 34 million hectares of arable land utilized, there is vast potential for growth. Hence, the government must ...