Agriculture is important

“It all started in early 2015. As I mentioned, I began with just a few gallons of water and 10 fish, experimenting outside my house with what I had learned.

I can’t talk about my success without sharing my failures. The first 2 years were far from easy they were filled with ups and downs and countless challenges. But what kept me going was how I handled those difficulties because I knew the future of my business depended on it.

I joined fish farming groups, connected with other farmers, volunteered to work on their farms for free just to learn, attended seminars, and never stopped reading.

Today, I supply high-quality fish to the USA, Canada, Europe, and other parts of the world. I have also created employment for 20 youths who work with me, and as my business grows, even more opportunities will come.

My dream is to elevate the food sector in Nigeria, support my fellow brothers and sisters, and encourage Nigerian youths and Africa as a whole to embrace agriculture and animal husbandry. I have tested it, and I am living proof of its success.

Moral lesson: Consistency is the key .its never too late to start small.
—-Tiki Fish farms

DROPPED OUT OF SCHOOL AND STARTED TOMATOES, MY JOURNEY
My Tomato Farming Journey

I dropped out of school because I couldn’t afford the fees, and farming was the only option left for me. It became my only means of supporting my poor parents.

I chose tomato farming because it has a shorter growth cycle and requires less investment compared to other crops and vegetables.

My first year was a complete mess, but I didn’t give up because I was still learning. By the second year, I started making progress, and now, in my third year, I am finally achieving the excellent results I have always dreamed of.

I have been able to recruit a few workers, creating employment opportunities for over 50 people. My family and siblings also work with me and continue to support my journey.

Today, I sell tomatoes both locally and internationally. I also process some into tomato powder and paste. I sun-dry tomatoes to make pepper and use high-quality machines to process the paste for better preservation and export.

Dropping out of school wasn’t my choice, but I don’t regret it. I encourage young people like me to explore the soil and build their own success. Agriculture is wealth

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Agriculture is the root of all food

INVEST IN KNOWLEDGE

In the world we live in today knowledge is the new money. unlike in the oldens days where muscles power elevated in many areas in our society but today in the world where everything is digitalize it takes knowledge to become relevant.

There's gold everywhere, says Robert T Kyosaki in one of his book " Rich Dad Poor dad". Often times what you are looking for is right where you are . the resources you need, the Greener pasture you seek but because you don't have the rightful knowledge and the right information to uplift the resources and become relevant, it have makes you feel you are not in the rightful place to make money.

The often beliefs that you are not making it because you are not in the rightful place is only nomadic mentality and it often cause by lack of knowledge and a rightful information .

Today we are encouraging investing in Agriculture, digital skills like; affiliate marketing, Fxpro direct trade, monetization on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and many other but because you're not informed how it work , you are still confuse about what to do with your money and time.

Note: If you are not informed you will be deform, if you are not inspired you will be expires, if you are not updated you will be outdated because what you know determine how far you will go.
Invest in knowledge.

Consider agriculture product storage as smart investment GOLDEN'S OPPORTUNITY
This period is golden opportunity for a smart investment in agricultural products storage .

Investing in agricultural product storage is a strategic move that can significantly improve profitability and resilience within the volatile agricultural sector. Investors can capitalize on this growing market and create a secure and profitable future. It's not just about storing products; it's about strategically managing resources to maximize returns and contribute to a stable food supply chain.

January February always be this worst to farmers as demand are always low it significant reduce the price of things in the market. This January significant changes that always cost the reduction in price of agriculture product are caused by vast notions but that will be the story of another day.

It's happening this year 2025 too . our researchers has provens that, the price of Agriculture product has randomly cracking down. But that's not prove that it will forever come down. no, it's just a normal phenomenon. Our market analysis has provens that there will be rapidly increment in Agriculture product price in due time.

In Nigeria Benue State. Price of some Agriculture product in Wednesday market been feb 5th / 2025 .

Zaki-biam
(1) Cassava slake (dry cassava)
price: 45000 naira
(2) Rice
Price: 75,000 -80,000 depends on quality
(3)Gunea corn
Price: 60,000 naira

Jootar ukum
Cassava
Price: 35,000
(2) Rice
Price: 60,000-65000 depends on quality
(3) Guinea corn
price; 65000

Ugba logo LGA
(1)Cassava slake
Price: 20,000 naira
(2) Rice
Price :80,000 naira
Guinea corn
Price: 60,000

We did market analysis and realized that after two to three months some farm product will be very profitable if you buy it today and store in return the interest is likely to double the price purchase today. And some the interest will be half of the price purchases today but in short time.
This is profitable and smart investment in Agriculture product storage.

Why not invest now? a guarantee for financial stability is here, don't wait.

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Agriculture & Agricultural Practices

1. Soil preparation

Before raising a crop, the soil in which it is to be grown is prepared by ploughing, levelling, and manuring. Ploughing is the process of loosening and digging of soil using a plough. This helps in proper aeration of the soil. After ploughing, the soil is distributed evenly and levelled in the process called levelling. The soil is then manured.

2. Sowing

Selection of seeds of good quality crop strains is the primary stage of sowing. After the preparation of soil, these seeds are dispersed in the field and this is called sowing. Sowing can be done manually, by hand or by using seed drilling machines. Some crops like paddy are first grown into seedlings in a small area and then transplanted to the main field.

3. Manuring

Crops need nutrients to grow and produce yield. Thus, the supply of nutrients at regular intervals is necessary. Manuring is the step where nutritional supplements are provided and these supplements may be natural (manure) or chemical compounds (fertilizers). Manure is the decomposition product of plant and animal wastes. Fertilizers are chemical compounds consisting of plant nutrients and are produced commercially. Apart from providing nutrients to crop, manure replenishes soil fertility as well. Other methods for soil replenishment are vermicompost, crop rotation, planting of leguminous plants.

4. Irrigation

Irrigation is the supply of water. Sources of water can be wells, ponds, lakes, canals, dams etc. Over irrigation may lead to waterlogging and damage the crop. This frequency and interval between successive irrigation need to be controlled.

5. Weeding

Weeds are unwanted plants which grow among crops. They are removed by using weedicides, by manually pulling them with hands and some are removed during soil preparation.

6. Harvesting

Once the crop is matured, it is cut and gathered, this process is called harvesting. Followed by harvesting, grains are separated from the chaff e

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Meet the Woman Behind 10,000 Tons of Cassava and $12 Million in Annual Revenue

Introducing Yemisi Iranloye, the Nigerian entrepreneur celebrated as the “Cassava Queen” for her exceptional achievements in the cassava industry. Standing strong against multinational corporations, Iranloye has not only maintained her position but has thrived, demonstrating that local knowledge and perseverance can surpass even the largest competitors.
Through her company, Psaltry International, Iranloye produces over 10,000 tons of cassava each year, generating an impressive annual revenue of $12 million. Her extraordinary success highlights her keen business insight, unwavering determination, and thorough understanding of Nigeria’s agricultural landscape.
Iranloye’s journey began modestly in Ilesa, Osun State, where she utilized a small investment and her expertise in the cassava value chain. Through hard work and strategic planning, she gradually expanded her business, establishing multiple cassava processing plants. Today, her enterprise is a significant player in Nigeria’s agricultural sector.
Her influence extends beyond financial success. Psaltry International provides jobs for hundreds of Nigerians, stimulating local economies and enhancing livelihoods. Iranloye is a passionate advocate for sustainable farming practices, ensuring her achievements align with environmental stewardship. Additionally, she is dedicated to empowering women in agriculture, helping many to enter and thrive in a traditionally male-dominated field.
Despite the considerable challenges faced by female entrepreneurs in Nigeria, Iranloye has persevered, becoming a role model for those aiming for greatness. Her story is not just one of business achievement but also of resilience and leadership. She embodies the spirit of innovation and community impact, inspiring a new generation of entrepreneurs.
Yemisi Iranloye’s accomplishments remind us that with vision, determination, and a commitment to uplifting others, the possibilities are limitless.

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