Onion farmers urge Govt on agric subsidies

 

Onion farmers in Nigeria have called on the Federal Government ( FG) to prioritize and sustain subsidies in the agricultural sector, warned that food insecurity could worsen if support for farmers were reduced.

Onion Farmers Seek Early Release of Improved Seeds

*Agric Minister Assures Quick Action

The National President of the National Onion Producers, Processors and Marketers Association of Nigeria (NOPPMAN), Aliyu Isa, has urged the national seed committee to urgently convene and approve newly developed onion seed varieties to enhance onion production across the country.

Onion farmers vow to exploit $240M export potential

The National President, Onion Producers and Marketers Association of Nigeria, Mr. Aliyu Maitasamu has said his members are set to exploit the option of export of their produce to nearer African countries to make double profit of $ 240 million against selling into local market.