Leaders in farming have asked traditional rulers in Enugu to stop harmful practices that make it hard for women farmers to get farmland. They said this during a big meeting called by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD). The meeting happened on Thursday in Enugu. The event was part of a program called Gender … Read more
In Bauchi State’s 2025 budget, the allocation to agriculture is only 1.6% of the total N465.9 billion budget. This is far below the 10% commitment made under the Malabo Declaration of 2014. Such a low allocation is a significant mistake in the types of budget that should support women farmers.​ Types of Budget That Support … Read more
Women in Nigerian farming are crucial to the nation’s agricultural sector. They contribute significantly to food production, rural development, and household nutrition. Across Nigeria, women manage farming activities, ranging from planting to harvesting, while also ensuring family sustenance. Women Farmers and Food Security Female farmers in Nigeria play a direct role in food security. Women … Read more
