Invest in our Planet
The Earth supports our livelihoods, health, jobs, happiness, survival, and various life endeavors. Investing in our planet is crucial for preserving its natural resources and ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come. However, human activities such as burning fossil fuels, releasing chemicals into the atmosphere, reducing the amount of forest cover, and the rapid […]
Read MoreAddressing climate-induced livelihood failures in Northeast Nigeria: the IKORE model
Climate change is one of the biggest threats to humanity in the 21st century and is a major contributor to livelihood failures in sub-Saharan Africa. The climate crisis in Nigeria is leaving debilitating effects on the people’s livelihood and survival and the worst affected communities are those of Northeastern Nigeria. In this area, the most […]
Read MoreHow ikore is building resilience and improving livelihoods of rural poor livestock farmers through climate-smart practices in Northern Nigeria
Livestock production forms an important aspect of the livelihood of smallholders in Northern Nigeria. Over 80% of households in Northern Nigeria keep either small ruminants or poultry as assets they rely on especially during the lean farming seasons and as safety nets against shocks they face as small-scale producers. Despite the huge reliance of the […]
Read MoreREGENERATIVE AGRICULTURAL PRACTICES ENHANCING BIODIVERSITY
Diversity makes life interesting. Imagine seeing the same old species of plants, animals, birds, fish and other living organisms all year round, world over. Boring right? Correct.
Read MoreGARDENING IDEAS FOR URBAN HOUSES
Gardening adds years to your life and life to your years. Knowing the advantages of gardening makes you want to go all out and enjoy the benefits. To start with, the maximum exposure to vitamin D and the enjoyable aerobic exercise gardening provides make it worthwhile. Being surrounded by nature, digging, planting and watering can improve your..
Read MoreYOUTH INCLUSIVENESS IN AGRICULTURE: A Necessity for Food Security
Employment opportunities abound in the agricultural sector since every aspect of the agricultural value chain is laden with high probabilities lying untapped. In Nigeria however, the sector is said to be unattractive to young people for reasons not…
Read MoreAGRICULTURAL MARKET SYSTEMS IN NIGERIA: CHALLENGES AND PROSPECTS
griculture in Nigeria has been the economic backbone for a significant number of households, employing more than 60% of Nigeria’s total labor force.
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