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Urban Agriculture: Feeding Cities Sustainably

Feeding the growing population of city dwellers has become a matter of urgent attention. The United Nations reports that 55% of the global population resides in urban areas. It further projects that this figure could increase to 68% by 2050. …

It’s World Food Day

That, which we enjoy eating, is celebrated today, 16th October 2023. So, why not celebrate it? As the quality of what we eat matters, so does its quantity. This day is a wake-up call for implementing sustainable agricultural practices that …

Celebrating World Egg Day: Advocating for Our Feathered Friends and Ethical Egg Farming

Today, we come together to commemorate World Egg Day, a special occasion where we not only savor the deliciousness of eggs but also stand up for the well-being of the hens that make it all possible. Our Feathered Companions: Hens …

Food Security and the need for effective Quality Control Processes

Written by Ismail Adeleye It is indisputable that food is the most important primary need of every human being and one of the major sources of food for the population is agriculture. Sustainable agriculture and food security should be a …

Sustainable Rural Livelihoods through Micro-livestock Production

Contributors – Drs Samuel Akpan and Kikiope Oluwarore A few weeks ago, we discussed the thriving Livestock Farming in Nigeria and how the industry has been a source of livelihood and food security. We also explained the various types of …

Livestock Production in Nigeria – A thriving Industry

Contributors – Drs Edward Olajide and Samuel Akpan Livestock refers to animals that are domesticated primarily for food. They can also be referred to as “food animals”. In Nigeria, the common livestock animals are Poultry birds (Chicken, Turkey, Quail, Duck), …

Lessons from the Animal AgTech Innovation Summit 2020

Contributor – Dr. Edward Olajide The virtual Animal AgTech Innovation Summit was held on September 14, 2020, with over 500 delegates in attendance from various countries of the world. It was a 1-day summit which involved a series of discussions, …

Experts Advise Farmers On Poultry Management

Written By Dr. Samuel Akpan Poultry farmers in Nigeria have been urged to improve their management practices if optimum productivity and profitability must be achieved. This advice was given at a recent online farmers forum organized by AnimalCare Services Consult, …

Report: VCN Stakeholders Meet on the African Swine Fever Outbreak in Nigeria

By Dr. Timilehin Oyebade and Dr. Kikiope Oluwarore In December 2019, an outbreak of African Swine Fever (ASF) was reported in some pig farms in Ogun State, Nigeria. Unfortunately, this disease outbreak has since progressed to other south-western states and …

Is your Suya Safe to Eat?

By Samuel Akpan and Kikiope Oluwarore Spiced and skewered meat, locally known as “Suya” is a delicacy well-loved and enjoyed in Nigeria and parts of Africa. It can be made from several meat types including beef, ram (mutton), and even …

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