AyosifamHub, the innovative online platform connecting farmers with markets, is thrilled to announce the expansion of its services to include potatoes. This new initiative aims to significantly reduce post-harvest losses and bolster food security by providing farmers with a direct and efficient channel to market their potato harvests. Recognizing the challenges faced by potato farmers, particularly in preserving and selling their produce,...
Cassava, a root crop abundant in Nigeria, holds immense potential for bolstering both food security and industrial development. Its resilience, versatility, and high yield make it a cornerstone of the nation's agricultural sector. 1.Boosting Food Security: a. Drought Resistance: Cassava's ability to thrive in poor soils and withstand drought makes it a reliable food source, particularly in regions prone to climate variability. This is crucial...
Cassava, a staple crop for millions, thrives in diverse climates, but its productivity can be severely hampered by degraded soil. This is where biochar, a carbon-rich substance produced from biomass pyrolysis, emerges as a powerful tool for land rehabilitation. Here's how biochar can transform land for optimal cassava cultivation: 1.Enhancing Soil Fertility: Nutrient Retention: Biochar's porous structure acts like a sponge, holding essential...
Cassava is a vital staple crop for millions worldwide, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions. However, smallholder farmers often face challenges in achieving optimal yields due to poor soil fertility and climate variability. Biochar, a charcoal-like substance produced from biomass, is emerging as a promising soil amendment that can significantly improve cassava production. Here's how biochar can benefit smallholder cassava farmers:...
Considering planting 10,000 cassava stems on a single hectare of farmland, proper spacing is crucial for maximizing yield, even without using fertilisers. Here's a breakdown of the recommended approach: Standard Spacing: 1 meter x 1 meter: This is the most commonly recommended spacing for cassava cultivation. It creates a grid pattern, ensuring each plant has adequate access to sunlight, water, and nutrients present in the soil. This spacing...
Cassava is a staple food crop in many parts of the world, particularly in Africa, South America, and Asia. It is a root vegetable that is high in carbohydrates and can be used to make a variety of dishes, including fufu, tapioca, and gari. There are two main ways to propagate cassava: by seed and by stem cuttings. Cassava seeds are small and round, and they are typically black or brown in colour. Cassava stem cuttings are pieces of cassava stems...
The Unfair Reality for Rural Cassava Farmers. I witnessed firsthand the stark imbalance at the cassava market. Farmers, who endure months of labor and investment, are stripped of their rightful earnings. Middlemen, who contribute nothing to cultivation, pocket substantial profits – ₦10,000 per pickup load, or ₦5,000 for smaller vehicles. After transportation costs and the middleman's cut, farmers receive a fraction of the value they...
