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Continue reading →: Farm Alert’s 2024 Impact ReportUnder the visionary leadership of Dr. Femi Kayode, CEO of 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐦 𝐀𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐭, the organization continued its mission to improve animal healthcare access across Africa in 2024. 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐞:𝑬𝒙𝒑𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑹𝒆𝒂𝒄𝒉: The distribution network expanded significantly, reaching more farmers and veterinarians through partnerships and new centers in key locations.𝑬𝒎𝒑𝒐𝒘𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑽𝒆𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒂𝒏𝒔: Initiatives…
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Continue reading →: Rabies Outbreak Declared in Two Benue State Local Government AreasBenue State has confirmed a rabies outbreak in Kwande and Gboko Local Government Areas. The state’s Bureau of Livestock Development and Transboundary Animal Diseases Control reported that seven individuals were bitten by rabid dogs in these areas. Laboratory tests conducted at the National Veterinary Research Institute in Vom, Plateau…
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Continue reading →: HPAI Outbreak Expands in Kano State: Urgent Actions NeededThe Federal Government of Nigeria recently confirmed an outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), commonly known as bird flu, in Kano State. This announcement has raised nationwide concerns about its potential impact on poultry farming and public health. Since the confirmation, Farm Alert has reported additional cases of HPAI…
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Continue reading →: FCMB Commits $35 Million to Boost Agriculture and Women-Led EnterprisesFirst City Monument Bank (FCMB) has announced a $35 million investment to boost agriculture and women-led businesses in Nigeria, reinforcing its dedication to fostering sustainable development. This funding stems from a renewed partnership with Proparco, a development finance institution, highlighting FCMB’s leadership in supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across…
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Continue reading →: Livestock Minister Urges ABU, NAPRI to Bridge Research and Market NeedsThe Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, has emphasized the importance of aligning academic research with the practical needs of the livestock industry. Speaking during a courtesy visit by a delegation from Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, led by Vice-Chancellor Professor Kabiru Bala, the minister urged ABU and its…
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Continue reading →: Minister Idi Maiha Advocates Household Food Production and Livestock Sector Transformation to Address Food InsecurityThe Honourable Minister of Livestock Development, Alhaji Idi Mukhtar Maiha, has called for increased domestic food production to tackle Nigeria’s food insecurity. He urged households to produce at least one-third of what they consume, emphasizing that such initiatives could ease the strain on the nation’s food supply. Speaking at an…
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Continue reading →: 1000 Eggs of Hope: Empowering Nutrition and Education for Children at KNOSK N100-a-Day Secondary SchoolAt Farm Alert, we are passionate about driving change in underserved communities through nutrition and education. As part of our Eggs of Hope project, we visited the KNOSK N100-a-Day Secondary School in Kuje, Abuja, where we donated 1,000 eggs, enough to feed the school’s 170 children for an entire month.…
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Continue reading →: Outbreak of African Horse Sickness (AHS) in Abuja, FCT: Urgent Measures for Control and PreventionThe Federal Ministry of Livestock Development has confirmed an outbreak of African Horse Sickness (AHS) in the equine population in Abuja, FCT. This marks the first-ever confirmation of the disease in the region. The outbreak was verified by the National Veterinary Research Institute (NVRI), and immediate action is being taken…
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Continue reading →: Zamfara State Intensifies Efforts to Combat Anthrax OutbreakIn a swift response to a confirmed anthrax outbreak on a farm in Zamfara State, the government, in collaboration with key partners, has launched an intensive campaign to contain the disease and prevent its spread. The Zamfara State Ministry of Health, working alongside the Ministries of Agriculture and Environment, has…
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Continue reading →: Nigeria and Brazil Forge Stronger Partnership to Strengthen Livestock SectorThe Federal Government of Nigeria has expressed its commitment to collaborating with the Brazilian government to advance the livestock industry, aiming to bolster food security and drive economic growth. This commitment was reaffirmed by the Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Muktar Maiha, during a meeting with the Brazilian Ambassador to…
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