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Cowpea Farming in Nigeria: A Profitable Opportunity Waiting to Be Harnessed
Cowpea farming in Nigeria holds immense potential—not just as a staple food crop but as a key driver of income, nutrition, and agricultural transformation. Yet, many farmers continue to battle with low yields, pest outbreaks,..
June 2025 Impact Recap: Growing Stronger Systems, One Farmer at a Time
For the Foundation, June 2025 was all about action—real, hands-on work that brought us closer to the farmers we serve. From bustling training sessions to community-driven seed fairs, the month was filled with activity aimed..
Seed Fair 2025: Empowering Northern Nigeria’s Smallholder Farmers Through Access to Quality Seeds
In Nigeria, the northern region is where the smallholder farmers mostly reside, and they form the backbone of the agricultural economy; on June 19, 2025, the usually quiet community of Wasai in Minjibir LGA, Kano..
Strengthening Farmer Capacity Across Hubs: The Foundation’s Impact in May 2025
May was a month of deep engagement and high-impact activity for The Foundation, as we worked alongside smallholder farmers to build resilience, enhance productivity, and strengthen partnerships across multiple states in Nigeria. From targeted farmer..
A Pillar of the Community: In Honour of Mr Musa Usman
On April 15, we lost not just a colleague, but a quiet force of transformation. Mr Musa Usman, the Hub Manager of the Makoda LGA Farmers’ Hub in Kano State, passed away after a brief..
FSSS Trains Farmers in Drone Technology to Transform Agriculture in Nigeria
Oyo State, Nigeria — In a major step toward modernising Nigeria’s agricultural sector, the Foundation has launched a targeted training programme to equip smallholder farmers with practical knowledge on using drone technology in farming. The..
Getting Ready for the World Earth Day 2025 Webinar
As we count down to the World Earth Day 2025 Webinar hosted by the Foundation for Sustainable Smallholder Solutions, we want to make sure you’re fully prepared to get the most out of this important..
Why You Should Attend Our World Earth Day Webinar on Sustainable Farming
Sustainability is no longer just an aspiration—it is a necessity. As the effects of climate change intensify, smallholder farmers, who produce a significant share of the world’s food, are facing growing challenges. How can they..
Growing Hope in Benue: Foundation for Sustainable Smallholder Solutions and OCP Africa Launch Three New Farmers’ Hubs
The Foundation for Sustainable Smallholder Solutions (FSSS), in partnership with OCP Africa, Africa’s leading fertiliser producer, has officially launched three new Farmers’ Hubs in Benue State, expanding its impact and commitment to empowering smallholder farmers..