Nigeria’s agriculture sustains Africa’s largest population despite low productivity, limited mechanization, and reliance on smallholder farmers. Cassava remains the country’s staple crop, feeding millions but facing post-harvest losses and limited industrial processing. Cocoa generates significant export revenue, although disease and minimal local processing reduce its potential. Rice production continues to grow, supported by both traditional farms and modern mills like Imota, yet irrigation remains scarce. White Fulani cattle and guinea fowl demonstrate Nigeria’s resilient livestock systems, adapted to harsh climates. Strengthening mechanization, irrigation, value addition, and processing could greatly improve productivity, food security, farmer incomes, and export competitiveness nationwide.
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