by Bede | Aug 1, 2023 | Blog
Soil Conservation The soil, which is the basis of human existence, is very important. It not only plays a role in how things grow, but in the air that we breathe. The soil consists of mineral components and organic matter which help in the growth and development of...
by Bede | Jul 26, 2023 | Blog
Legumes are basically a family of vegetables or plants that feature a pod with seeds inside it. These seeds are sometimes referred to as pulses or edible seeds. Legumes include peas, beans, peanuts, and lentils. The richness of legumes in vitamins and minerals is the...
by Bede | Jul 13, 2023 | Blog
Grapefruits are actually relatively modern. They have existed for only a couple hundred years. Grapefruits are a hybrid of the pomelo and the sweet orange, though in some regions they are mistaken for pomelos. Most believe that grapefruits were a natural hybrid,...
by Bede | Jul 12, 2023 | Blog
Okra matures quickly, especially if you have hot weather which the plant prefers. Harvesting okra can be tricky, however, because you have to harvest the pods before they become tough. It takes only about four days from the time of flowering to the time to pick okra....
by Bede | Jul 6, 2023 | Blog
There are several reasons why someone might consider starting a rabbit farming business in Nigeria. Success stories from several rabbit farmers from different parts of Africa prove that the market has potential that has lain largely untapped till now. Below are five...
by Bede | Jul 4, 2023 | Blog
Soil fertility is the ability of soil to sustain plant growth and optimize crop yield. This can be enhanced through organic and inorganic fertilizers to the soil Soils rarely have sufficient nutrient for crops to reach their potential yield. Applying organic...
by Bede | Jun 29, 2023 | Blog
After planting of maize has been properly done, there are other farm operations that are required for a good output such as fertilizer application, weeding and harvesting. Fertilizer Application Fertilizer application in maize farm depends on the demands of the...
by Bede | Jun 27, 2023 | Blog
In order to achieve an optimum yield from okra production, there is a need to take some factors into consideration which are: Farm Implements: Production of okra requires the use of simple farm implements such as : Hoes can be used for weeding, and to break up lumps...
by Bede | Jun 22, 2023 | Blog
So you’ve decided to start a small farm business. You’re hard at work on your business plan, and you’re stuck on the marketing section. How, where, and to whom will you market all the wonderful vegetables, herbs, fruits and value-added farm products...
by Bede | Jun 20, 2023 | Blog
Getting Nitrogen (N) management done right is always a challenge. Too much N fertilizer can lead to problems with harvesting and quality. Excessive N also can pose a challenge for the environment. Adding too much N fertilizer also wastes money. If the N supply runs...
