Nigeria

The Nigeria program launched in 2018, and has grown steadily year-on-year. Between our tree program and a diverse staple crop program, we are helping farmers in Nigeria reach their full potential.

We operate in three regions of Nigeria—Niger, Kwara, and Nasarawa—where we have increased the number of farmers we serve from 150 in 2018, when we began operations, to 125,900.

Smallholder farmers in Nigeria face significant challenges, including low yields, difficulty accessing quality farm supplies, and the impacts of climate change and economic fluctuations. One Acre Fund provides these farmers with the high-quality farm inputs and services they need to become prosperous.

While maize and other staple crops are a major focus in Nigeria, our tree program has grown to support farmers in diversifying their income sources. 

How We Serve Farmers

We serve farmers directly via our network of field officers who deliver our tailored training to help farmers maximize their yields. Our activities in Nigeria include:

• Quality inputs and services: We provide farmers with seed and other core farming supplies on credit, delivering these goods to them within walking distance of their homes and providing tailored training to help maximize their yields and income. We are piloting other staple crops, such as yams, soybeans, and groundnuts.
• An expanding tree program: We aim to support millions of Nigerian farmers in owning trees by 2030. Additionally, we are increasing the variety of trees to include Albizia Lebbeck, Parkia, African Mahogany, Citrus, and Cashew.

“This tree plantation is a source of fighting desert encroachment and a way of forestation. This, to our economy, is very vital... The benefit, to me, cannot be overemphasized.” Aliyu Habilu, Nigeria