{
  "id": 14004453,
  "title": "Adopt modern farming technologies to tackle climate change – Gov Namadi urges farmers",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/adopt-modern-farming-technologies-to-tackle-climate-change-gov-namadi",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-12T16:55:08.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/12/adopt-modern-farming-technologies-to-tackle-climate-change-gov-namadi-urges-farmers/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Jigawa State Governor Malam Umar Namadi has warned that traditional farming methods are unable to withstand the increasing threats of climate change, urging the adoption of modern agricultural technologies to ensure food security in Nigeria. Addressing the 11th National Annual Conference of the Crop Science Society of Nigeria (CSSN) on Monday, the governor stated this concern while focusing on the theme, “Advancing Sustainable Crop and Climate-Smart Technology for Food Security and Economic Growth.”\n\nNamadi highlighted that climate change poses a significant threat to agricultural productivity, making it imperative for farmers to embrace scientific innovations. He emphasized that a farmer relying solely on traditional methods, such as using a hoe and old seeds, cannot outcompete the challenges posed by climate change. Instead, he advocated for the use of drought-tolerant, early-maturing, and high-yielding crop varieties developed through science, research, and development.\n\nConcerned about Nigeria's rapidly growing population, which intensifies the pressure on domestic food production, Namadi stressed that climate change continues to jeopardize traditional farming practices. He underscored the need for collaboration between the government and the scientific community to develop sustainable solutions that enhance food production, safeguard the environment, and generate economic opportunities, particularly for the youth.\n\nThe governor specifically called on members of the Crop Science Society of Nigeria to focus research efforts on developing heat- and drought-tolerant crop varieties, improving soil fertility, creating affordable post-harvest technologies, and enhancing seed systems. Namadi stressed that scientific discoveries should not remain confined to research institutions but should translate into practical solutions that boost farmers' productivity and incomes. He concluded by asserting that agricultural transformation can only be achieved through effective leadership, scientific innovation, and sustained investment.",
  "summary": "Jigawa State Governor Malam Umar Namadi has warned that traditional farming methods can no longer withstand the growing threats posed by climate change, calling for the adoption of modern agricultural technologies to guarantee food security in Nigeria. The governor stated this on Monday while delivering an address at the 11th National Annual Conference of the Crop Science […] Adopt modern farming…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}