Government Urges Embracing Innovation and Research for Agricultural Sector Expansion

Minister For Agriculture : Mr. Kyari, in his address at the Agric-Investment and Capital Market (AICM) Conference – ARDnig

The importance of research, innovation, and collaboration cannot be overstated in the quest to advance Nigeria’s agricultural sector. The conference serves as a rallying point for stakeholders to align their efforts towards fostering entrepreneurship, promoting inclusive growth, and embracing sustainable practices, and the paramount importance of investing in research and innovation to drive the growth of Nigeria’s agricultural sector.

Promoting Collective Engagement

 Nigeria’s agricultural sector success depends on everyone working together. Mr. Kyari highlights the importance of individuals, professionals, and investors getting involved to help it grow. When people collaborate and invest in things like roads, schools, and social programs, it helps in encouraging collaboration and inclusive growth to ensure that everyone in society can benefit from the progress.

By supporting entrepreneurship, fostering an environment that encourages creativity and providing resources for start-ups, we can cultivate an ecosystem that paves the way for economic growth and prosperity from Nigeria’s Minister of Agriculture and Food Security.

Supporting Entrepreneurship

Mr. Kyari’s promote the supporting of entrepreneurship resonates deeply in a landscape where small businesses are the lifeblood of economic growth. Creating an environment that fosters creativity and innovation is not just beneficial but essential. By allocating resources and providing support for start-ups, a fertile ground can be laid for sustainable economic expansion within the agricultural domain.

Small business owner -ARDnig

Driving Sustainable Development

Promoting Sustainable Growth Transforming Farming for Long-lasting benefits that Makes farming sustainable just a trend and a must-do. The conference wants to start a big change towards farming that’s good for now and later, and aims to initiate a sustainable practices that ensure not just immediate gains but long-term benefits. Speakers say we need to be fair, save nature, and use eco-friendly ways to safeguard the future of agriculture.

Ensuring Smallholder Farmer Welfare

Tonye Cole talks about how important it is to give more land to small farmers to have enough land and to use machines for farming. Nigeria has many people, and lots of them are farmers living in rural places. These small farmers are really important for Nigeria’s economy. When we talk about the future of farming, we have to think about these small farmers. We have to make sure that the women and children in these families are looked after. That means we need policies that think about them, as he explained.

Smallholder Farmer – ARDnig

Encouraging Innovation and Collaboration

 Mr. Kyari, speaking at the Agric-Investment and Capital Market Conference, highlights the importance of investing in research and innovation to boost Nigeria’s agriculture. He stresses that both governments and businesses need to understand how crucial these aspects are for progress and for creating and providing an atmosphere where people can come up with new ideas and start their businesses by providing resources and assistance to startup a business. The groundwork for sustainable economic growth in agriculture.

In Conclusion:

Recognizing the pivotal role of research and innovation lays the groundwork for transformative change in agriculture. Moving forward, stakeholders must champion policies that support smallholder farmers, promote eco-friendly practices, and foster inclusive growth. By embracing a culture of continuous evaluation and adaptation, Nigeria can chart a sustainable path towards agricultural prosperity for generations to come.