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Happy International Youth Day!🌱 We celebrate the energy, innovation, and potential of young people, especially those driving change in agriculture. Your passion for sustainable agriculture, modern farming and food security is inspiring. Let’s continue to empower and support the next generation of agricultural leaders. Together, we can build a greener, more prosperous future! #InternationalYouthDay #YouthInAg #Agriculture #SustainableFuture

This narrative diminishes the complexity of farming, which includes soil management, pest control, marketing, and business management.

Shield your crops, boost your yield! 🛡️🌱 Protective crop cultivation is more than just covering your plants. It’s a strategic move to safeguard your investment and maximize your harvest. #sustainableagriculture #greenhouse

The assumption that only large, industrial farms are viable overlooks the success and importance of small-scale and family-owned farms in the agricultural ecosystem.

Did you know that using hydroponics can reduce water consumption by up to 90%? Compared to traditional soil-based agriculture, hydroponic systems can significantly reduce water consumption. This is primarily because: - Water is recirculated - And nutrients are directly delivered to plant roots. #hydroponics #Didyouknow #sustainableagriculture Seed2Feed Plomp Wouter International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC) Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) | Partner in Sustainable Development FUNAAB University HortiNigeria Program JMSF AGRIBUSINESS LIMITED Soilless Farm Lab HortiNigeria Program Viscon Plant Technology – Young Plant Automation (formerly Visser) Edobong Akpabio Oluwaseun Ojambati Consulate General of the Netherlands in Lagos Coen Hubers Frans de Jong Farmer Samson Ogbole Koppert Atungwu Jonathan Richard Ogundele Ewout Schurink LeapEnergy Augustus Pela, MBA Michel Deelen Inge Tenniglo Sébastien Dekeister

What misleading narrative have you heard about farmers? Add yours in the comment section!😀

As the eight month unfolds, let’s remember to cultivate growth and play vital roles in ensuring food security for all. May this new month be greener and bring forth abundance. Happy New Month! 🌱

There is the misconception that farming is simple and a hobby, akin to a leisure occupation, totally overlooking the hard work, long hours and significant risks involved. What other misleading narratives do people often have about farmers? Add yours in the comment section!😀

Misleading Narrative: Farmers Edition According to Oxfam International, “Women make up on average 43% of Agricultural labor in developing countries”. Safe to say that a significant number of women are making huge contributions to agricultural production.

What misleading narrative do people often have about farmers? Add yours in the comment section!😀 Seed2Feed Plomp Wouter International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC) Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) | Partner in Sustainable Development FUNAAB University HortiNigeria Program JMSF AGRIBUSINESS LIMITED Soilless Farm Lab HortiNigeria Program Viscon Plant Technology – Young Plant Automation (formerly Visser) Edobong Akpabio Oluwaseun Ojambati Consulate General of the Netherlands in Lagos Coen Hubers Frans de Jong Farmer Samson Ogbole Koppert Atungwu Jonathan Richard Ogundele Ewout Schurink LeapEnergy Augustus Pela, MBA Michel Deelen Inge Tenniglo Sébastien Dekeister