Day: July 16, 2019

PIND ½ Hour on TV Enlightens Hundreds of Farmers on the Dangers of Poor Oil Palm Seedlings

The Niger Delta’s nine states account for about 75 percent of palm oil production in Nigeria and 80 percent of the production from the region comes from smallholder farmers. The proliferation of adulterated seedlings however threatens the livelihoods of oil palm farmers and is stifling the growth of the sector in Nigeria. PIND Half Hour, [...]

Oil Palm Farming Without Tears – How improved harvesting technology is increasing oil palm production in the Niger Delta

On a sunny Tuesday afternoon, two women in their early 30s were on a moving motorcycle along Ubulu-Uku - Iselu-Uku road, in Delta state. The one fair in complexion was riding while the other, dark in complexion was seated on the passenger seat with a girl of about five-year-old.   As they approached the palm [...]

To Cut Down Oil Palm Farmers’ Losses, PIND Foundation Introduces the Malaysian Knife

In the 1960s, Nigeria was the leading producer of palm oil. Though the country still remains one of the largest producers, it now meets domestic demands through imports. The Niger Delta region accounts for roughly 57% of the palm oil produced in Nigeria.   As Nigeria’s population continues to grow, there is an increase in [...]

Terms of Reference to engage consultants to build the Capacity of Cocoa Business Membership Organizations working with PIND in Ondo State

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