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Maize Farming In Nigeria: Exciting Facts You Should Know by Aboseday: 12:31pm On Aug 24, 2021
Maize farming is a very popular form of crop cultivation in Nigeria. It is an essential diet and is consumed by a good number of families and homes. An average Nigerian consumes maize or its derivatives at least once every day. Maize farming in Nigeria is practiced across the country in small, medium, or large scale capacities. It serves as a significant source of income for many households that are into farming in Nigeria.

Although there are about 50 species of maize in the world, available in different colours, grain shapes, and sizes, the popular cereal is mainly available for cultivation and consumption in two variants – white and yellow maize. The yellow maize is mostly used for feed and human consumption, while white maize is for human consumption only (FAO 2013).

Here are some amazing facts about maize farming in Nigeria:

FACTS ABOUT MAIZE FARMING IN NIGERIA
1. Nigeria is the largest producer of maize.
2. 60% OF MAIZE PRODUCED IN NIGERIA USED FOR POULTRY FEEDS.
3. MAIZE IS THE MOST CONSUMED STAPLE FOOD IN NIGERIA.
4. THE MAIZE FARMING SECTOR ACCOUNTS FOR ABOUT 5% OF THE COUNTRY’S GDP.

Read the detailed information here: Maize farming in Nigeria

Re: Maize Farming In Nigeria: Exciting Facts You Should Know by Boni77: 12:31pm On Aug 24, 2021
Good one
Re: Maize Farming In Nigeria: Exciting Facts You Should Know by Aboseday: 8:44am On Aug 30, 2021
Boni77:
Good one
Thanks

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