Agriculture is a critical sector of the Nigerian economy, contributing significantly to the GDP of Nigeria and providing employment opportunities for millions of people. Even though many young Nigerians still perceive the sector as unattractive and less lucrative, modern technology has made agriculture more profitable and attractive, offering numerous opportunities for young Nigerian undergraduates.
Other opportunities in agriculture for young Nigerian undergraduates, such as livestock farming, fisheries, agro-processing, and agroforestry offer a range of career paths within agriculture, and technology has become a great enabler in this regard.
Hydroponics
In Agriculture today, hydroponics farming is becoming one of the prominent and promising opportunities for young Nigerian undergraduates. The farming method has gained significant popularity in Nigeria because it allows crops to be grown without soil, using nutrient-rich water instead. It requires less water and fertilizers, and the weather does not affect it, making it more efficient and profitable. Also, the Nigeria Agricultural Insurance Corporation reports that the hydroponics farming industry in the country can grow to N2.5 billion by 2025.
Greenhouse Farming
Greenhouse farming is also a lucrative opportunity for young Nigerian undergraduates interested in agriculture. It involves growing crops in a controlled environment, protected from adverse weather conditions and pests. It allows crops to grow all year round, increasing yield and profitability. The Nigerian Export Promotion Council establishes that the greenhouse farming industry in the country has a potential reach of about N10 billion by 2023.
Drone Technology
Drone technology is another area offering exciting opportunities in agriculture for young Nigerian undergraduates. In agriculture, drones help in crop monitoring, mapping, and spraying; farmers can gather real-time data on crop health, soil moisture, and pests, which enables them to make informed decisions and optimize crop yields.
Other Opportunities
In addition to hydroponics, greenhouse farming, and drone technology, there are other opportunities in agriculture for young Nigerian undergraduates, such as livestock farming, fisheries, agro-processing, and agroforestry. The areas offer a range of career paths within agriculture, and technology has become a great enabler in this regard.
Lushly’s Emerging Agrotech Education Programs
At Lushly Agric, we partner with universities to expose undergraduate students to new and emerging best practices in the industry, thus preparing them for a successful career in Agriculture.
We do not just touch on the theory in our training cohorts as our trainees learn the business and practical sides of farming at our world-class demonstration sites.
You can get in touch at info@lushlyagric.com to find out more about our upcoming programs.