Month: July 2024

Addressing Agricultural Challenges: Dr. Benjamin Oyelami on Eyi Ara Radio Show

July 26, 2024
Agriculture, Policies
On Saturday, July 13th, 2024, listeners of Crest FM 91.1 were treated to an enlightening episode of Eyi Ara, featuring Dr. Benjamin Oyelami, the Policy Communication Manager of the Innovation Lab for Policy Leadership in Agriculture and Food Security (PiLAF). Hosted by the dynamic duo Damilola Agbaje and Abayomi Oderemi, the program delved into the pressing issues surrounding agriculture and food security in Nigeria, providing a wealth of knowledge and practical insights.
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PiLAF’S TRIP TO NIJI FARMS: LEARNING BEST PRACTICES FOR AGRICULTURAL FABRICATION AND PROCESSING

July 18, 2024
Fabricators
On Friday, 5th July 2024, the Innovation Lab for Policy Leadership in Agriculture and Food Security (PiLAF) team set out on a trip to Niji Farms in Ilero, Oyo State, Nigeria, to learn and observe best practices in agricultural fabrication and processing. This visit was aimed at gaining practical insights that will be instrumental in developing a comprehensive policy document for agricultural equipment fabricators in Oyo State and to serve as a learning platform for fabricators and other members of the team.
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DEVELOPING THE NIGERIA FERTILIZER ROADMAP: INSIGHTS FROM THE STAKEHOLDER CONSULTATION HOSTED BY PiLAF

July 17, 2024
Agriculture
On July 2, 2024, the Innovation Lab for Policy Leadership in Agriculture and Food Security (PiLAF) organized a pivotal stakeholder consultation at the International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC) in Abuja, Nigeria. The primary goal was to develop the Nigeria Fertilizer Roadmap, a strategic document aimed at guiding the country's fertilizer industry towards sustainable growth and enhanced agricultural productivity. This consultation was part of the Sustain Africa project, funded by Purdue University and led by the Africa Network of Agricultural Policy Research Institutes (ANAPRI). As a member of ANAPRI, PiLAF played a significant role in this initiative.
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Policies

INNOVATIVE STRATEGIES FOR AGRICULTURAL TRANSFORMATION IN NIGERIA: INSIGHTS FROM PiLAF’S 11TH BROWN BAG SERIES

July 8, 2024
On Friday, June 21, 2024, the Innovation Lab for Policy Leadership in Agriculture and Food Security (PiLAF) hosted its 11th Brown Bag Series, titled "Innovative Strategies for Agricultural Transformation in Nigeria." This engaging and insightful session was delivered by Dr. Olusade Taiwo, Executive Director of the Centre for Enterprise Development and Action Research (CEDAR) and Policy Research and Partnerships Consultant at the DAWN Commission.
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