Despite pandemic shocks, Northern Nigeria’s grain systems proved resilient. Certified seeds emerged as key to sustaining productivity and food security.
Year: 2025
The Impact of Covid-19 on Use of Certified Seeds and Grain Production of Cowpea and Sorghum Varieties in Northern Nigeria
A study of cowpea and sorghum farmers in Northern Nigeria reveals how certified seeds boosted yields and incomes, even during COVID-19 disruptions.
Agricultural Resilience in Northern Senatorial District of Bauchi State: A Needs Assessment Report
The 2025 Bauchi North Needs Assessment highlights urgent challenges facing smallholder farmers, from poor input access to climate shocks.
Smallholder Farmers’ Perception on Tomato (solanum lycopersicum) Seedling Technologies in the Northwest Zone of Nigeria
Tomato production remains a vital livelihood for smallholder farmers in Northwest Nigeria, yet low yields persist due to reliance on recycled seeds, weak extension services, and minimal adoption of modern nursery practices.
Smallholder Farmers’ Perception on Tomato Seedling Technologies in Northwest Nigeria
In 2020, the Foundation (operating at the time as Syngenta Foundation Nigeria) commissioned a survey of 195 smallholder tomato producers in Kano and Jigawa States to evaluate their perceptions, practices and adoption of tomato seedling..
August 2025 Impact: Building Farmer Confidence and Community Strength
In August 2025, FSSS expanded farmer training, strengthened partnerships, and empowered women through hubs across Ogun, Kaduna, Niger, and the FCT.
Strengthening Climate-Smart Agriculture in Northern Nigeria: Findings and Policy Implications
The findings offer a clear, evidence-based guide for policy-makers and development partners seeking practical, scalable interventions.
State of Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) Practices in the North Central and Northwest Zones Nigeria
🏠︎ Go Back State of climate smart agriculture (CSA) practices in the North Central and Northwest zones Nigeria Download PDF Year of publication: 2023 Place of publication: Wallingford, Oxfordshire, UK Pages: 33 Author: Isaiah Gabriel,..
From Policy to Practice: Closing the Gap in Nigeria’s Carbon Market
Nigeria has strong carbon-market policies, but smallholders face barriers in accessing benefits. Emmanuel Orjichukwu shares how to close the gap.
Growing Prosperity: The Story of Nathan’s Life and His Community
In Jirka Kampa, Kaduna State, a Farmers’ Hub run by Nathan Ayuba Jinda is transforming livelihoods, creating jobs and empowering farmers with access, knowledge and markets.