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Agriculture & Food Security in Africa

Africa, with its vast natural resources and diverse ecosystems, has the potential to become a global powerhouse in agriculture. However, the continent faces numerous challenges, including food insecurity and environmental degradation. Read more…

Fish farm

Aquaculture and Sustainable Exploitation of Aquatic Ecosystems

Aquaculture is the farming of aquatic organisms, including fish, shellfish (molluscs), algae, and aquatic plants. It is a rapidly growing industry, and is now the world’s leading source of fish for human consumption. Read more…

freezing and packaging sweet potatoes

Transforming Africa’s Food Preservation against Post-Harvest Loss: A Case for Freezing and Packaging Sweet Potatoes​

Africa is blessed with abundant agricultural resources, yet it is challenged with the paradox that food wastage often coexists with food scarcity. This challenge is particularly associated with perishable crops like potatoes, which are often abundant in their season but become scarce and almost unaffordable to average households during the off-season. Read more…

Yams

Yam Farming, Harvesting, Storage, and Processing

Yam farming, harvesting, storage, and processing are integral to Nigeria’s agricultural landscape and food culture. At Queen T Farms, we are a major player in Yam production and processing. Read more…

peppers

We really don't have any reason to do business with hunger

My peppers from growing pot to cooking pot.

Queen T.

Tatase

There is bell pepper (tataṣe) and there is tataṣe XL 😯

To illustrate the sizes of these peppers, the smaller pepper is the same size as a regular tissue roll. Read more…

cassava packs

Disposable Plates From Cassava

Utilizing cassava for disposable plates offers an eco-friendly alternative to traditional materials. Cassava-based plates are biodegradable and can be a sustainable choice in single-use tableware. Read more…

tannery

Tannery (leather making) in Nigeria

Tannery in Nigeria involves the process of converting raw animal hides into finished leather products. Tanneries in Nigeria typically follow steps like soaking, liming, dehairing, tanning, and finishing. It’s an essential industry contributing to the country’s economy and providing raw materials for various goods like shoes and bags. Read more…

Food security: FG to commence aggressive dry season farming in November​

Following the declaration of a national state of emergency on food security by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security has disclosed plans to commence aggressive promotion and preparation for dry season farming from November 2023. Read more…

Hibiscus

Let's talk about Hibiscus

This used to be a flower in many of our gardens which was adorned for it’s beauty.

Now, thanks to it’s medicinal, culinary and cosmetic uses, hibiscus is fast becoming a popular crop for farming and export. Read more…

NAFDAC_tips

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has unveiled a list of 10 goods rejected abroad, blaming the rejection on non-adherence. Read more…

Fruits and vegies

Fruits and vegetables are nature’s gifts, brimming with an array of essential nutrients that play a vital role in promoting human health. Their vibrant colors, enticing flavors, and diverse textures are not just appealing to the senses; they also provide an abundance of health benefits. Read more…