The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced an ambitious agricultural initiative.
The target is to provide 10 million farmers with soil test-based advisory services by 2027.
The program falls under the Nigerian Farmers Soil Health Scheme, known as NFSHS.
Officials say the scheme is designed to transform farm-level decision making.
It will give farmers data on nutrient levels, pH, and soil composition.
The advisory services will recommend specific fertilizer blends and crop choices.
The goal is to move farmers away from blanket fertilizer application.
According to the government, this will boost yields and reduce input waste.
Improved soil management is expected to raise national productivity.
The initiative also aims to strengthen nutrition outcomes.
Better soil health directly impacts the quality and diversity of food produced.
Food security is a core objective of the NFSHS rollout.
Implementation will involve mobile soil testing labs and extension agents.
Digital platforms will be used to deliver results and recommendations to farmers.
The government plans to partner with states, research institutes, and private agritech firms.
Authorities say the scheme will prioritize smallholder farmers across all geopolitical zones.
