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Nigeria Urged to Invest in Sustainable Farming Practices

10/18/2025

Summary

Nigeria's Food Security

On World Food Day, October 16, 2025, Nigeria's Federal Government was urged to invest in local farmers and promote agroecology.
Mrs. Oluremi Kuteyi of Spectra Industries urged sustainable practices to boost productivity and protect the environment.
In Abuja, the Nutrition Society of Nigeria urged action on inflation and malnutrition through grassroots education.
Bangladesh's BNP outlined a food-security vision based on partnerships with farmers and technology.

Summary

Food Industry Transformation

The agricultural and food industries are undergoing transformation driven by technology, sustainability, and consumer preferences.
Tyson Foods, Inc. and Ingredion Incorporated invest in lab-grown proteins and clean-label ingredients.
Hydrofarm Holdings Corp. focuses on controlled environment agriculture and precision cultivation.
Compassion in World Farming reports factory farming is inefficient and that redirecting human-edible crops could feed millions.
The biogas sector is expanding to provide renewable energy and waste management.

History

Historical Context

Established in 1979, World Food Day aims to combat global hunger, with nearly 1 billion people facing malnutrition at that time. The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) advocates for sustainable agriculture and local farming investments. Today, Nigeria is encouraged to adopt agroecology, reflecting a global shift towards sustainable practices essential for addressing modern challenges like inflation and food insecurity.

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Nigeria's Food Security

On World Food Day, October 16, 2025, Nigeria's Federal Government was urged to invest in local farmers and promote agroecology.
Mrs. Oluremi Kuteyi of Spectra Industries urged sustainable practices to boost productivity and protect the environment.
In Abuja, the Nutrition Society of Nigeria urged action on inflation and malnutrition through grassroots education.
Bangladesh's BNP outlined a food-security vision based on partnerships with farmers and technology.

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