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Smugglers carve a niche in Africa’s rare rosewood
The harvesting of endangered rosewood to make furniture for China’s elite threatens the species with extinction. African rosewood (mukula) is…
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Agro-industrial processing: From consumption to production – Part 3
China’s modernization started in 1978 under its leader, Deng Xiaoping. The keys to his approach were: 1. Maintain political stability…
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USAID Empowers 120 Vulnerable Youths in Borno
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Northeast Connection has empowered no fewer than 120 vulnerable youths in Borno…
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Zero Reject: Nigeria Needs Standing Policy Framework on Standards, Certification For Agricultural Commodities – Stakeholders
Stakeholders in the agricultural sector have said Nigeria needs a standing policy framework on standards, quality and certification for agricultural…
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Ponmo: NILEST Moves to Discourage Consumption, Seeks Growth of Leather Industry
The Nigerian Institute of Leather and Science Technology (NILEST) has said it is working to discourage the consumption of animal…
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FG Commences Construction of Livestock Development Centres in Yobe
The Federal Government has commenced the construction of three livestock development centres in Yobe State. The project, which includes Jakusko/Nasari…
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Food Safety Concerns, Non-Adherence to Best Practices, Causing Rejection of Agro-Exports from Nigeria – Experts
Experts have said food safety concerns, technical barriers, non-adherence to best practices, and disregard for basic requirements are largely responsible…
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Sesame, Melon Seeds Export Under UK, EU Watch List Due to Presence of Contaminants – NEPC
The Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) has said apart from cowpea ban, sesame and melon seeds export is under tight…
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NABDA Calls for Teamwork to Achieve Food, Nutrition Security
A stakeholder in the agriculture sector has said Nigeria cultivates the largest hectares of maize in Africa, but the country…
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Conduct Proper Research, Market Survey Before Planting, Expert Urges Nigerian Farmers
A stakeholder and agribusiness expert has advised Nigerian farmers to conduct proper research and market survey before planting in order…
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