by Aliyu Bello | Nov 8, 2024 | Agribusiness, NABG, News, Partnership, Projects
Are you a female agripreneur looking to elevate your business? Join the AGRA-AMI Women Agripreneur Empowerment Program, Value4her, supported by the Nigeria Agribusiness Group (NABG). Access the tools, skills, and networks essential for growth. This fully funded program offers virtual workshops, hands-on business labs, and connections with industry experts across Africa, all designed to help women agripreneurs overcome unique challenges and expand their businesses.
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by Amrah Aliyu | Nov 3, 2024 | Agribusiness, NABG, Partnership, Policy
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by Aliyu Bello | Nov 2, 2024 | Agribusiness, NABG, News, Uncategorized
The Women and Young Farmers and Agripreneurs Regional Conference (WAYFARC) 2024 successfully concluded in Uyo, Akwa Ibom, on October 30th and 31st, gathering a dynamic mix of agripreneurs, policymakers, and thought leaders to ignite transformative change in agribusiness. The conference, held at the Emerald Event Center, brought together over [insert number] participants from across the South-South region.
Participants engaged in insightful panel discussions and networking sessions that emphasized sustainable agribusiness practices and the critical role of women and youth in agriculture. Key highlights included a marketplace showcasing innovative agricultural products where attendees shared their success stories.
WAYFARC Uyo set the stage for a continued regional movement to boost agricultural productivity, resilience, and inclusivity. The energy and passion exhibited have set the tone as we now prepare for our next destination: Enugu, in the South-East region, on November 8th and 9th, 2024.
Stay tuned for more updates and join us in Enugu as we continue to empower and connect the next generation of agripreneurs! if we are ot yet in your region be sure to Register to attend in the city close to you
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by Aliyu Bello | Oct 20, 2024 | Agribusiness, NABG, News
On October 18-19, 2024, Lagos hosted the inaugural Women and Youth Farmers Agripreneur Regional Conference (WAYFARC), a groundbreaking event organized by the Nigeria Agribusiness Group (NABG). Under the theme “Inclusive Agribusiness: Leave No One Behind,” the conference set the stage for women and youth to take the lead in transforming Nigeria’s agribusiness sector in Nigeria.
The conference’s primary objective was to empower women and young people into agribusiness by providing access to resources, finance, and the knowledge needed to build sustainable ventures. With attendees from across Nigeria’s six states in the southwest region, the conference focused on creating an inclusive environment where both women and youth could thrive, overcoming the traditional barriers that have often limited their roles in agriculture.
The two-day conference featured thought-provoking panel discussions that tackled crucial topics such as value addition, leveraging technology, and the unique challenges faced by women and youth in the agribusiness sector.
WAYFARC also provided a platform to discuss the significant challenges faced by women and youth in agribusiness, including:
- Limited access to affordable finance.
- The high cost of adopting agricultural technologies.
- Climate change’s impact on farming.
- Inconsistent standards and lack of quality control mechanisms.
However, these challenges were also seen as opportunities for innovation, with calls for more inclusive policies, mentorship, and capacity-building programs aimed at helping women and youth scale their businesses and compete globally.
The conference concluded with the appointment of regional champions who will work closely with NABG to address key issues such as policy advocacy, grassroots mobilization, and transitioning Nigeria’s agriculture sector into a more inclusive and sustainable agribusiness model.
The event marked the beginning of a broader movement to transform the agribusiness landscape in Nigeria, with women and youth playing critical roles in ensuring the sector’s long-term success. NABG remains committed to driving this change by empowering the next generation of agripreneurs to leave no one behind.
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by Aliyu Bello | Sep 30, 2024 | News, Agribusiness, NABG
Arc. Kabir Ibrahim, National President of All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN), has said that full scale importation of food into Nigeria cannot make the country food secure, saying that the effort in that regard will forever remain stop-gap or palliative.
A release on Sunday issued by Ibrahim, explained that Nigeria can only mitigate, what he described as “imminent hunger catastrophe through focused agriculture and sustainable agribusiness.”
Ibrahim, who is also the President of Nigeria Agribusiness Group (NABG), said the current level of crushing food inflation occasioned by stresses in Nigeria’s Food System sprouting from low productivity predicated on low mechanisation,difficulty in access to credit,access to veritable and affordable seeds, access to manageable and ready-to-go transportation, inadequate smart agricultural facilitation, insecurity and lately flooding as well as drought in some places due to the severe effects of climate change are making it next to impossible to enable the average household to put food on the table.
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by Amrah Aliyu | Sep 6, 2024 | Agribusiness, NABG
At the African Food Systems Forum (#AFS2024), Africa’s leading platform for agricultural innovation and food security in Kigali Rwanda, the Nigeria Agribusiness Group (NABG) made a powerful impact. With an assembly of over 2,000 stakeholders from across the continent, the forum was a convergence of minds dedicated to revolutionizing Africa’s food systems.
Led by NABG’s esteemed President, Arc. Kabir Ibrahim, and accompanied by our Director General, Jafar Umar, alongside other elected officials and board members, NABG played a pivotal role in the strategic discussions that shaped the event.
The forum, renowned for its focus on advancing sustainable agricultural practices, provided a platform for NABG to champion innovative approaches and advocate for policies that promote the growth and resilience of Africa’s agricultural sector.
The Urgency of Africa’s Agricultural Transformation
Data from the United Nations and the African Development Bank AFDB indicates that African population is forecast to double by 2050 to at least 2.4 billion and will continue to grow to 4.2 billion, four times its current size in the next 100 years. This exponential growth presents a unique challenge—feeding the continent’s expanding population sustainably. At #AFS2024, NABG joined forces with key stakeholders to address this challenge head-on, focusing on climate-smart agriculture, innovation in agribusiness, and the creation of resilient food systems.
Key Highlights from AFS2024
1. Strategic Discussions on Climate-Smart Agriculture and Food Security
Climate change poses a significant threat to food security, particularly in Africa, where agriculture is a primary livelihood for millions. At AFS2024, NABG was at the forefront of discussions on climate-smart agriculture, emphasizing the need for practices that not only increase productivity but also enhance resilience to climate impacts. Our delegation highlighted successful initiatives and explored new strategies to mitigate the effects of climate change on African agriculture.
2. Forging Partnerships to Drive Innovation in Agribusiness
Innovation is critical to transforming Africa’s food systems. During the forum, NABG forged strategic partnerships aimed at driving technological advancements and scaling up agribusinesses across the continent. These collaborations are expected to accelerate the adoption of modern agricultural practices, enhance value chains, and open up new markets for African farmers.
3. Advocating for Sustainable Agricultural Development
Policy advocacy remains a cornerstone of NABG’s mission. At AFS2024, our leaders engaged with policymakers, development partners, and private sector stakeholders to push for policies that support sustainable agricultural development. These discussions focused on creating an enabling environment for investment in agriculture, improving access to finance for farmers, and ensuring that agricultural practices align with environmental sustainability goals.
NABG’s Commitment to Africa’s Agricultural Future
NABG is committed to leading the charge in reshaping Africa’s food systems. By participating in forums like AFS2024, we are not only contributing to the global dialogue on agriculture but also ensuring that Africa’s voice is heard. Our engagement at the forum underscores NABG’s dedication to fostering a resilient and sustainable agricultural sector that can feed the continent and beyond.
As we move forward, NABG will continue to work closely with our partners, leveraging the insights and connections gained at AFS2024 to drive meaningful change in Africa’s agricultural landscape.
Let’s build a future where Africa’s food systems are robust, inclusive, and capable of withstanding the challenges of tomorrow.
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