General Crops
This page contains all the articles on general crops
Yam Production In Nigeria
In Nigeria, yam is a food and cash crop, and plays an important role in food security and in the livelihoods of 60 million people in the West
Millet
Millet is rich in magnesium which helps to lower blood pressure and also decreases the chances of strokes, heart attacks, and atherosclerosis. It is a good source of potassium which helps to maintain low blood pressure as it acts as a vasodilator. It helps to optimize the circulatory system which helps to shield cardiovascular health.
Learn How To Transform Cassava Peels into Animal Feed
Transforming cassava peel into nutritious animal feed has the potential to partially replace maize in animal feed while reducing environmental pollution and minimizing post-harvest losses. This crop-waste by-product could be a valuable feed alternative.
CASSAVA PRODUCTION – Irresistible Farming guide, Economic potential and 5 trends.
INTRODUCTION Cassava production is vital to the economy of Nigeria as the country is the world's largest producer of the commodity. The crop is produced in 24 of the country's 36 states. Cassava is a tropical, shrubby, perennial plant with an edible root, serving as a...
Fascinating Rice Production
Rice Crops Photo: Samanta Oon on Food Unfolded INTRODUCTION TO RICE PRODUCTION Rice is a versatile crop that can be grown in a variety of environments, 90% of the global rice supply is produced in tropical nations with high rainfall. Rice crops require a large amount...
Whole Grains: Fonio
Fonio (Digitaria exilis) is an ancient staple cereal grain that has been cultivated and enjoyed in West African countries for more than 5,000 years
Alfalfa
Information about the origins and cultivation of Alfafa, a legume widely used in livestock feed.
Coconut (Cultivation etc.)
Here is the full guide of coconut farming techniques, planting methods, planting care, harvesting tips along with other cultivation practices of coconut.
Orange Production
Citrus sinensis (L. Osbeck) or oranges probably originated from South East Asia and were cultivated in China by 2500 BC, where it was referred to as ‘’Chinese’’ apple. Today, it is grown and consumed almost all over the world as a source of food for humans because of...
Tiger Nut
Dry Tiger NutImage Source: www.lifestylemarket.com INTRODUCTION Cyperus esculentus (Ofio in Yoruba, aki Hausa, or Imumu in Igbo, Aya in Hausa) is a crop of the sedge family widespread across much of the world. Tiger nut can be found...