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EDO STATE, LET’S CELEBRATE WORLD FOOD DAY 2026!Today, we join the global community to celebrate World Food Day 2026 unde...
16/10/2026

EDO STATE, LET’S CELEBRATE WORLD FOOD DAY 2026!

Today, we join the global community to celebrate World Food Day 2026 under the theme, “Innovate Today. Nourish Tomorrow.”

The Edo State Government, through the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, recognises the hard work of our farmers and the vital role of agricultural innovation in improving food production, supporting livelihoods, and building a sustainable food system.

As we celebrate the people who feed our nation, let us embrace new ideas, strengthen our agricultural value chains, and work together towards a future where everyone has access to safe, nutritious, and affordable food.

📍 Venue: Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, Agriculture Hub, Oko-Ogba Airport Road, Benin City.

Together, let’s innovate today for a better-fed tomorrow!

Happy World Food Day 2026!

15/10/2026

The Edo State Government, through the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, invites farmers, agricultural investors, food processors, traders, and the general public to celebrate World Food Day 2026 under the theme: “Innovate Today. Nourish Tomorrow!”

📅 Date: Friday, 16th October, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:00 a.m. prompt
📍 Venue: Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, Agriculture Hub, Oko-Ogba Airport Road, Benin City.

Join us as we celebrate the people who feed our nation, explore innovative agricultural solutions, build valuable connections, and work together towards a more food-secure Edo State and Nigeria.

Come, learn, connect, and be part of the solution to food insecurity!

Don’t miss it. See you there!

OUR RICE WILL BE READY FOR HARVEST NEXT MONTH!The journey from planting to harvest continues, and we are excited to anno...
14/10/2026

OUR RICE WILL BE READY FOR HARVEST NEXT MONTH!

The journey from planting to harvest continues, and we are excited to announce that our rice crop is expected to be fully ready for harvest next month.

This progress reflects our commitment to strengthening local food production, supporting agricultural development, and advancing food security in Edo State under the SHINE Agenda of His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, Governor of Edo State.

As we look forward to the harvest, we remain focused on building a stronger agricultural sector and positioning Edo State as a major contributor to Nigeria’s food supply.

Edo State is working towards a future of increased food production and greater agricultural prosperity.

Warrake Rice Farm Settlement: Growing Rice, Securing Edo’s Food FutureRice farming is taking centre stage at the Warrake...
12/10/2026

Warrake Rice Farm Settlement: Growing Rice, Securing Edo’s Food Future

Rice farming is taking centre stage at the Warrake Farm Settlement in Edo North under the Back to Farm Initiative of His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, through the Edo State Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security.

The rice farm represents our commitment to increasing local rice production, bringing more land into cultivation, and creating opportunities for farmers to grow their businesses.

By promoting organised farming and mechanisation, the initiative aims to reduce the burden of production, improve farmers’ productivity, and strengthen food security across Edo State.

Our vision is to see more rice grown locally, more farmers empowered, more jobs created, and greater opportunities for agribusiness to thrive.

With the right support and commitment, Warrake can contribute meaningfully to Edo State’s drive towards greater food production and agricultural prosperity.

We are putting our land to work, empowering our farmers, and growing the food Edo needs.

Inclusive Support for Edo Farmers! The Edo State Government, through the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, has ...
09/10/2026

Inclusive Support for Edo Farmers!

The Edo State Government, through the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, has distributed free fertiliser to over 100 profiled farmers living with disabilities across the State.

This intervention reflects the commitment of His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, to ensuring that agricultural support reaches genuine farmers without leaving anyone behind.

Through the ongoing distribution of farm inputs, the Ministry is empowering farmers to improve crop yields, increase food production, and strengthen food security across Edo State.

We encourage all beneficiaries to make judicious use of the fertiliser to achieve better harvests and improve their livelihoods.

Every farmer matters. Every harvest counts. No farmer should be left behind.

🇳🇬 HAPPY 66TH INDEPENDENCE DAY, NIGERIA!Today, we celebrate the strength, resilience, diversity, and enduring spirit of ...
01/10/2026

🇳🇬 HAPPY 66TH INDEPENDENCE DAY, NIGERIA!

Today, we celebrate the strength, resilience, diversity, and enduring spirit of our great nation.

As the Edo State Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, we remain committed to contributing to a stronger Nigeria by empowering our farmers, increasing food production, and building a more food-secure future for all.

May Nigeria continue to grow in peace, unity, prosperity, and abundance.

Happy Independence Day, Nigeria! 🇳🇬

Pictures from the Edo State Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security during the live stream of the Public Service Knowl...
29/09/2026

Pictures from the Edo State Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security during the live stream of the Public Service Knowledge Sharing Series 2.2.

The session provided an opportunity to share knowledge, strengthen professional capacity, and promote continuous learning within the public service.

At the Ministry, we remain committed to building a knowledgeable, efficient, and responsive workforce capable of delivering better services to Edo farmers and communities.

Knowledge shared is knowledge multiplied.

EDO CONTINUES FREE DISTRIBUTION OF FERTILIZERS AND FARM INPUTS TO FARMERSFood production starts with supporting the peop...
24/09/2026

EDO CONTINUES FREE DISTRIBUTION OF FERTILIZERS AND FARM INPUTS TO FARMERS

Food production starts with supporting the people who work the land.

The Edo State Government is continuing the distribution of free fertilizers and other farm inputs directly to profiled farmers across the State, with the latest phase taking place in Edo North Senatorial District.

At the Ministry’s warehouse in Auchi, farmers from Akoko Edo, Etsako Central, Etsako East, Etsako West, Owan East and Owan West received farm inputs to support their production.

So far, the distribution in Edo North includes:

🌾 1,800+ bags of fertilizer
🚜 900 knapsack sprayers
🧪 80 cartons of Force-Up chemicals

The exercise is designed to ensure that farm inputs get directly into the hands of genuine farmers who need them.

The distribution has already taken place in Edo South and Edo Central, with Edo North now benefiting from the ongoing exercise.

The fertilizers will help farmers improve soil fertility and increase crop yields, while the sprayers and chemicals will assist with w**d control, which remains one of the challenges affecting farm productivity.

And this is only the beginning.

More batches are expected, meaning more farmers will have the opportunity to benefit.

For farmers preparing for dry-season farming or those looking to apply a second round of fertilizer as a booster, these inputs can provide valuable support as they work to increase food production.

The beneficiaries have expressed appreciation for the intervention and pledged to use the inputs responsibly to improve their farms and contribute to food security across Edo State.

At the end of the day, supporting farmers means supporting food production, family livelihoods and a more secure food future for Edo. 🌱

More support for farmers. More food on the table. A stronger agricultural sector.

The distribution of free fertilizers and other farm inputs to profiled farmers in Edo North is ongoing.This intervention...
23/09/2026

The distribution of free fertilizers and other farm inputs to profiled farmers in Edo North is ongoing.

This intervention is part of our commitment to ensuring that genuine farmers receive direct support to increase productivity, boost food production, and improve livelihoods.

From registration to distribution, our focus remains on transparency, accountability, and delivering real benefits to real farmers.

Together, we are empowering farmers, strengthening food security, and building a more prosperous Edo State.

HON. DR. JERRY UWANGUE, DFCISM
Honourable Commissioner
Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, Edo State.

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