Agricultural research institutes are vital engines driving innovation in Nigerian farming. Each institute has a unique mandate to tackle specific challenges and improve productivity in key crop areas. Let’s explore the mandates and core crops of four leading Nigerian agricultural research institutes: IAR&T, IITA, CRIN, and NCRI  and why their...

What Are Agricultural Research Institutes—and Why Do They Matter to Nigerian Agriculture? When most people think of farming, images of tractors, fields of crops, livestock, and hardworking farmers usually come to mind. But behind every successful farm is an important, less obvious factor: Research. This research helps farmers overcome challenges,...

What’s One Thing You’ve Learned or Done Differently This August? Hello farmer, agropreneur, or agribusiness enthusiast 👋 How’s August treating you so far? We’re already halfway through the month—and as anyone in agribusiness knows, a lot can change in just a few weeks. Rainfall patterns, market prices, pests, customer demand…...

No agribusiness is perfect, and that’s okay. Mistakes happen. Whether you’re new to the game or have been at it for years, there’s always something we can do better. Maybe you’ve realized your records are messy, or that you’ve been relying too much on one crop. Maybe your equipment is...

Running an agribusiness can be highly rewarding—but these five mistakes often undermine success. Here’s how to steer clear of them and build a resilient operation.   Mistake 1: Operating Without a Real Plan   Many agribusinesses start without an annual budget, clear financial forecast, or strategy for marketing and growth....

In Nigeria’s fast-changing agricultural landscape, grants remain a lifeline for farmers and agripreneurs trying to grow their businesses. Whether you're raising poultry, processing cassava, or building a climate-resilient agritech solution, funding can make a huge difference.  As of August 2025, these three major grant opportunities are still open—or expected to...