The Benefits of Joining A Farmers’ Association
Explore how joining a farmers’ association can improve agricultural output in Nigeria. Learn about key benefits such as access to funding, resources, and government support.
Reducing Aflatoxin Contamination in Maize and Groundnuts
Discover how Kwara State farmers are combating Aflatoxin contamination in maize and groundnuts with the IITA’s innovative Aflasafe biocontrol solution. Learn how it works and its benefits.
How to Get Young People into Farming
“Young people in farming” isn’t just a hashtag or a sensation—it’s the key to fixing the broken agriculture system. In Europe, the average farmer is above 65 years of age, with less than 5.6% of farmers under 35. This is a ticking time bomb. Millennials and Gen Z are...
Why Farmers Can Use Urine to Grow Crops
Farmers are constantly seeking techniques that will increase their harvest output without affecting ecological health. Urine from humans is a creative method that farmers use to produce fertilizer. Human urine has been in use since the olden days. Scientists are...
The Impact of AI on Monitoring Livestock for Farm Efficiency
By 2065, the population will hit 9.7 billion, increasing animal product demand by 60%. The impact of AI on monitoring livestock for farm efficiency is key to helping farmers meet this growing need. Over the last few years, profit margins for livestock farmers are...
What You Need to Know About the Latest Strains of Avian Flu in the United States
The latest strains of Avian flu have negatively impacted the United States poultry and dairy industries. The virus has imposed significant costs, caused supply chain disruption, and increased concerns regarding public health. This article discusses the impact of the...
What Farms Need To Know About E.coli
In 2024, CDC investigated an outbreak of E.coli in several farms in the U.S. The affected products were carrots, cheddar cheese, onion, and walnuts. From the investigation, it was discovered none of the products had expired. Therefore, contamination occurred during...
Drones in Agriculture: Benefits for All Farmers
In 2015, the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced the use of drones in agriculture. Since then, the market value of drones has risen from $1.4 billion in 2019 to $4.8 billion in 2024. With the high demand for agricultural produce, every farmer desires...
Medicinal Plant Farming: A Sustainable Approach to Rural Farmers
Medicinal plants have been used for centuries and are known for their curative, prophylactic and therapeutic properties. The demand for natural or herbal drugs is gaining global recognition worldwide. Pharmaceuticals and wellness industries have been infusing some of...
Revolutionizing Farming: The Electro-Agriculture Game Changer
Electro-agriculture or electro-farming is a technique that substitutes photosynthesis with solar-powered reaction via the conversion of CO2 into acetate. Acetate is a carbon-rich compound that can be used for plant growth. By 2050, it is estimated that the world's...