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Nigeria: Federal Government reiterates commitment to sugar export for improved economy

The Federal Government of Nigeria has reaffirmed its support for sugar exports to boost economic growth. At a public hearing on amending...

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Sugar News in English

High Price: Importers Cut N1.5trn Sugar Shipment From Brazil

Nigeria’s sugar supply faces disruption as raw sugar prices from Brazil soar 17% to $502/tonne, straining deliveries of 1.9 million tonnes worth...

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Sugar News in English

Nigeria’s raw sugar import to rise by 12%

Nigeria’s raw sugar imports are projected to rise by 12%, defying self-sufficiency goals. Despite local output gains and rising sugarcane cultivation, import...

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Rice News in English

Nigeria Customs seizes 3,832 bags of contraband rice in one month

The Nigeria Customs Service's Federal Operations Unit, Zone A, intercepted contraband worth N1.72 billion in the past month. Seized items include 3,832...

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Maize News in English

Bridging the gender gap in maize breeding: A call for inclusive agricultural research in Nigeria

A gender-responsive approach to maize breeding is crucial for food security in Nigeria and Africa. Research highlights gendered preferences, with men prioritizing...

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Maize News in English

Maize cultivation in Nigeria: Better predicting pest and climate risks

A new study warns that pests like fall armyworm and grubs could cause up to 75% maize yield losses in Nigeria by...

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Maize News in English

NABG Tasks Farmers On Standardization To Boost Agribusiness

The Nigerian Agribusiness Group (NABG) urges farmers to adopt standardization and grading to enhance market value and reduce rejection rates. At a...

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Rice News in English

Nigeria : HJDP Distributes Rice To Muslim, Christian Households In Kaduna

The Provincial Secretariat of Church and Society (HJDP) distributed rice to 200 households in Kaduna in collaboration with the Global Peace Foundation...