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09/04/2026

Driving Nutrition-Sensitive Agriculture in Nigeria!🌾

The Honourable Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Abdullahi Sabi Abdullahi, alongside the Farmer Commissioner, Niger State Ministry of Agriculture, Isah Sidi Rijau, graced the Zinc-Biofortified Rice Foundation Seed Production Field Day (FARO 71 & FARO 72) held at Sosa Community, Lavun Local Government Area of Niger State.

The event, organized by the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security in collaboration with the National Cereals Research Institute, HarvestPlus Nigeria, and AGRA, showcased efforts to scale up zinc-biofortified rice production to combat micronutrient deficiencies and enhance food security.

Together, we are promoting healthier diets and stronger agricultural systems.

03/04/2026

Strengthening Food Systems through Field Engagement in Niger State

Our Management Staff alongside the AGRA Team recently embarked on a strategic field visit to key agricultural project sites across Niger State.

📍 Chanchaga Irrigation Scheme
📍 Poultry Production Unit (PPU)
📍 Lapai-Gwari Fish Cluster

The visit provided first-hand insights into ongoing agricultural activities, production performance, and critical challenges faced by farmers and facility managers.

✅ Key Highlights:
Dry season rice and improved okra production boosting food supply.
✅ Poultry unit with strong potential for revenue generation despite infrastructure challenges
✅ Lapai-Gwari Fish Cluster contributing significantly to fish production in the state.

Despite the challenges, the resilience of farmers and the potential for growth remain strong. Strategic investments and partnerships will be key to unlocking sustainable agricultural transformation.

We are excited to explore partnership opportunities and collaborations! Let's connect and drive impact together.

29/03/2026

Strengthening Agricultural Policy Implementation for Impact in Niger State!

We have successfully concluded a two-day training on Advocacy Techniques for Agricultural Policy Implementation, marking a significant milestone in our efforts to enhance agriculture in Niger State.

The training led to the establishment of a multi-stakeholder Advocacy Group, comprising government, civil society, private sector actors, and farmer organizations, to champion:
✅ Evidence-based policy advocacy
✅ Improved agricultural investments
✅ Stronger accountability in policy implementation
✅ Inclusion of women, youth, and farmers in decision-making

Participants were equipped with techniques and tools on stakeholder
engagement, policy analysis, and advocacy strategy development, laying the foundation for sustainable agricultural transformation.

Together, we are developing a system where policy translates into tangible impact for farmers and communities.

27/03/2026

Still On the 2026 International Women's Day Celebration 🎉🎊 'Give to Gain '

27/03/2026

Empowering Women, Transforming Agriculture! 🌾

The 2026 International Women’s Day celebration, organized by the Niger State Ministry of Agriculture in collaboration with AGRA grantees, was a resounding success!

With the theme “Give to Gain: Empowering Niger State Women Farmers and Entrepreneurs for Shared Prosperity,” the event brought together key stakeholders, partners, and inspiring women across the agricultural value chain to celebrate progress and drive meaningful conversations.

Event Highlights:

✅ An insightful keynote address by the Honourable Commissioner for Agriculture, represented by the Director of Agric Services and Linkages.

✅ An engaging lead paper presentation by Dr. Balaraba A. Sule, a Senior Lecturer at the Faculty of Agriculture, Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai.

✅ Thought-provoking panel discussions moderated by Amb. Gladys Amiandamhen (Synergos, Nigeria). The panelists were:

i. Hajiya Hadiza Mohammed Shiru, Permanent Secretary, Niger State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development.

ii. Dr. Halima Sallawu, Senior Lecturer in the Department of Agricultural Economics at the Federal University of Technology, Minna.

iii. Mr. Samuel Saidu Yisa, Team Lead for Community Action for Popular Participation (CAPP) in Niger State.

iv. Hajiya Hadiza Isah, State Project Coordinator, IFAD/Value Chain Development Project in Niger State.

v. Amb. QS Hadiza Larai Muhammad, Founder and Managing Director of MH Hadmoh Global Investment Limited, a woman-led enterprise engaged in the production of natural baby care products, spices, and herbal teas.

✅ Vibrant exhibitions and networking sessions showcasing innovation and opportunity.

The event reaffirmed the critical role women play in agriculture and the need to continue investing in their growth, resilience, and leadership.
Together, we are building a future where women farmers and entrepreneurs thrive, contribute meaningfully to food security, and drive shared prosperity.

08/03/2026

Happy International Women’s Day! 👩‍❤️‍👩

Today we celebrate the strength, resilience, and leadership of women across the world, especially the incredible women transforming agriculture and food systems. 🌾
Women are the backbone of agriculture in many communities, playing vital roles in planting, harvesting, processing, and feeding families and nations.

Across Africa, millions of women work tirelessly on farms, contributing significantly to food security and rural livelihoods.

Yet, despite their immense contributions, many women farmers still face challenges such as limited access to land, finance, technology, and markets.

Empowering women in agriculture means strengthening communities, improving food systems, and building a more sustainable future.

Today, we celebrate every woman farmer, agripreneur, extension worker, researcher, and leader shaping the future of agriculture.

When women thrive, agriculture grows. When women are empowered, communities
flourish.

What other challenges do you think women in Agriculture face today? Let's discuss in the comment section

07/03/2026

Building Stronger Agricultural Leadership for Sustainable Food Systems 🌱

The Niger State Ministry of Agriculture, in collaboration with AGRA, hosted a Sustainable Collaborative Leadership Training at Haske Luxury Hotel, Minna.

The two-day training brings together key stakeholders to strengthen leadership skills, enhance collaboration, and promote innovative approaches for sustainable agricultural development in Niger State.

Participants engaged in interactive modules, knowledge-sharing sessions, and discussions designed to build capacity for addressing emerging challenges in the agricultural sector.
Through this initiative, stakeholders explored strategies to foster effective leadership, collaboration, and sustainable agricultural transformation.

Together, we are building resilient agricultural food systems and stronger partnerships for food security.

14/02/2026

Seeing agriculture in action! �

The Niger State Ministry of Agriculture delegation visited Tomato Jos and Olam Farms Kaduna, gaining practical insights into tomato processing, poultry feed production, and hatchery management as part of the ongoing learning visit.

Innovation + Collaboration = Agricultural Transformation

14/02/2026

Field Learning Visit!

Still on a 2-day learning and knowledge-sharing visit to the Kaduna State Ministry of Agriculture, the delegation from Niger State embarked on an insightful field visits to leading agribusinesses driving agricultural transformation.

The delegation visited Tomato Jos, producers of high-quality tomato puree, demonstrating innovation in tomato processing, value addition, and reducing post-harvest losses.

They also visited Olam Agri, a hub for integrated agribusiness featuring poultry feed production and modern hatchery operations, showcasing efficiency in value chain development.

The visit provided practical insights into agro-processing and value addition, private sector participation in agriculture, agribusiness investment models, and strengthening food systems through innovation.

Learning directly from successful agribusiness models enables the design of stronger policies and programs that benefit farmers and agribusinesses in Niger State.

What are your thoughts on this?

12/02/2026

Learning and Knowledge Exchange in Progress 🤝

The Niger State Ministry of Agriculture is actively engaging with the Kaduna State Ministry of Agriculture in a Knowledge-sharing and learning exchange visit under the AGRA-supported Institutional Strengthening and Policy Enhancement in Agriculture Project.

Key focus areas include:
✓ Delivery of farmer-centred agricultural interventions
✓ Best practices in policy implementation
✓ Strategies for attracting and managing agricultural investments
✓ Strengthening Institutional capacity for sustainable agriculture

This collaborative engagement reflects our shared commitment to advancing agricultural transformation and food security.

06/02/2026