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			<title><![CDATA[Selling Garri was once illegal in Nigeria !!]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 22:59:01 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Selling Garri was once illegal in Nigeria !!<br />
<br />
Every Nigerian knows what Garri is but did you know that there was a time in 1944 that selling Garri was illegal in Nigeria? 😱<br />
<br />
The British colonial Government made it illegal for anyone to sell Garri privately, Garri became "Government treasure”<br />
<br />
This actually happened during the era of the second World War. As we know the British were suffering at he hand of Germans and they were desperate to win the War, they needed money and resources so they pulled as many as they could get from their colonies, including Nigeria.<br />
<br />
They built harbours, roads, Airfields, hospitals, anything to make their exploitation easier. Thousand of Nigerian Men were recruited into the Army to fight in the second World. Even at that, they still needed more.<br />
<br />
They imposed some monetary policies and they rationed food so they could have enough to export for their wars. The government was in charge of food distribution and people would have to queue for days to buy Garri.<br />
<br />
They wanted to tax market women. Then we had Halimatu Pelewura (Yorùbá citizen), a Nigerian woman led a protest to curb this action. British Government were like "British women pay tax, why should Nigerian women be any different" and Pelewura replied...<br />
<br />
she said "All of Nigeria's wealth was being taken to Britain hence the British women could pay tax because they were Rich". She organized the market and told them to boycott sales of Garri to the Govt. This made the Govt and the security agents "declared war"<br />
<br />
The Government started arresting those who sold Garri privately but NIGERIANS are very resourceful so the Fa-ya-wo got involved (Fa-ya-wo is what the Yorubas call Smugglers). The Fa-ya-wo would crawl on their bellys(hence their name) to steal Garri from government stores And sell in private. Garri had it own black market.<br />
<br />
The govt found it very hard to solve this problem, they tried to bribe Halimatu Pelewura to come to their side but she didn't sell her conscience.<br />
<br />
So when you see garri, or someone give you Garri show some respect oo .]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Selling Garri was once illegal in Nigeria !!<br />
<br />
Every Nigerian knows what Garri is but did you know that there was a time in 1944 that selling Garri was illegal in Nigeria? 😱<br />
<br />
The British colonial Government made it illegal for anyone to sell Garri privately, Garri became "Government treasure”<br />
<br />
This actually happened during the era of the second World War. As we know the British were suffering at he hand of Germans and they were desperate to win the War, they needed money and resources so they pulled as many as they could get from their colonies, including Nigeria.<br />
<br />
They built harbours, roads, Airfields, hospitals, anything to make their exploitation easier. Thousand of Nigerian Men were recruited into the Army to fight in the second World. Even at that, they still needed more.<br />
<br />
They imposed some monetary policies and they rationed food so they could have enough to export for their wars. The government was in charge of food distribution and people would have to queue for days to buy Garri.<br />
<br />
They wanted to tax market women. Then we had Halimatu Pelewura (Yorùbá citizen), a Nigerian woman led a protest to curb this action. British Government were like "British women pay tax, why should Nigerian women be any different" and Pelewura replied...<br />
<br />
she said "All of Nigeria's wealth was being taken to Britain hence the British women could pay tax because they were Rich". She organized the market and told them to boycott sales of Garri to the Govt. This made the Govt and the security agents "declared war"<br />
<br />
The Government started arresting those who sold Garri privately but NIGERIANS are very resourceful so the Fa-ya-wo got involved (Fa-ya-wo is what the Yorubas call Smugglers). The Fa-ya-wo would crawl on their bellys(hence their name) to steal Garri from government stores And sell in private. Garri had it own black market.<br />
<br />
The govt found it very hard to solve this problem, they tried to bribe Halimatu Pelewura to come to their side but she didn't sell her conscience.<br />
<br />
So when you see garri, or someone give you Garri show some respect oo .]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[Разъемы - оптом и в розницу в Интернет-магазине]]></title>
			<link>http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31897.html</link>
			<pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 07:15:30 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Разъёмы — ключевой элемент современного оборудования, позволяющий эффективно передавать данные, энергию и сигналы. От качества и надёжности <a href="https://components.ru/catalog/razyemyi/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="mycode_url">разъема</a> зависит работа всех систем, будь то бытовая техника, промышленное оборудование или сложные электронные устройства. На сайте «Компонентс РУ» представлен широкий выбор разъёмов для разных целей, и в этом тексте мы подробно изучим их типы, технические характеристики, сложности выбора и преимущества сотрудничества с «Компонентс РУ».<br />
<img src="http://components.ru/img/news/raziemi.jpg" loading="lazy"  alt="[Image: raziemi.jpg]" class="mycode_img" /><br />
Мы рассмотрим различные виды разъёмов, их технические характеристики, проблемы, возникающие при выборе, и преимущества работы с «Компонентс РУ». В ассортименте магазина представлены разъёмы разных типов: аудио-, видео-, компьютерные, промышленные и другие. Также доступны переходники, адаптеры, клеммники и аксессуары для разъёмов.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Разъёмы — ключевой элемент современного оборудования, позволяющий эффективно передавать данные, энергию и сигналы. От качества и надёжности <a href="https://components.ru/catalog/razyemyi/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="mycode_url">разъема</a> зависит работа всех систем, будь то бытовая техника, промышленное оборудование или сложные электронные устройства. На сайте «Компонентс РУ» представлен широкий выбор разъёмов для разных целей, и в этом тексте мы подробно изучим их типы, технические характеристики, сложности выбора и преимущества сотрудничества с «Компонентс РУ».<br />
<img src="http://components.ru/img/news/raziemi.jpg" loading="lazy"  alt="[Image: raziemi.jpg]" class="mycode_img" /><br />
Мы рассмотрим различные виды разъёмов, их технические характеристики, проблемы, возникающие при выборе, и преимущества работы с «Компонентс РУ». В ассортименте магазина представлены разъёмы разных типов: аудио-, видео-, компьютерные, промышленные и другие. Также доступны переходники, адаптеры, клеммники и аксессуары для разъёмов.]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[Measure distance and farm area with your phone]]></title>
			<link>http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31397.html</link>
			<pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 21:26:19 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Know The Size Of Your Farm<br />
Your harvest start from knowing the exact size of your farm <br />
<br />
Enough of guess work in 2026<br />
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The size of your farm will help you determine the quantity of input the farm will need eg ..<br />
<br />
An acre of Cassava needs 4,000 cassava stem cuttings for planting <br />
<br />
An acre of tomato will use 100g of seeds at nursery stage<br />
<br />
Here I am sharing with you a simple app to know the size of your farm in whatever measurement eg acre, hectare or in feet<br />
<br />
* Go to Play store on your phone<br />
<br />
* Search for "Distance and Area Measurement"<br />
<br />
* It will show you several of them <br />
<br />
But check for the image I circled in Green <br />
<br />
* Download on your phone <br />
<br />
Next time you visit the farm, pick a starting point.<br />
<br />
Mark it down and walk round the boundary of the farm<br />
<br />
Come back to the starting point to get your measurement and even farm share <br />
<br />
You can measure using motorcycle around the farm edges for large farms <br />
<br />
Gbammm.<br />
<br />
Your farm measurements solve]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Know The Size Of Your Farm<br />
Your harvest start from knowing the exact size of your farm <br />
<br />
Enough of guess work in 2026<br />
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The size of your farm will help you determine the quantity of input the farm will need eg ..<br />
<br />
An acre of Cassava needs 4,000 cassava stem cuttings for planting <br />
<br />
An acre of tomato will use 100g of seeds at nursery stage<br />
<br />
Here I am sharing with you a simple app to know the size of your farm in whatever measurement eg acre, hectare or in feet<br />
<br />
* Go to Play store on your phone<br />
<br />
* Search for "Distance and Area Measurement"<br />
<br />
* It will show you several of them <br />
<br />
But check for the image I circled in Green <br />
<br />
* Download on your phone <br />
<br />
Next time you visit the farm, pick a starting point.<br />
<br />
Mark it down and walk round the boundary of the farm<br />
<br />
Come back to the starting point to get your measurement and even farm share <br />
<br />
You can measure using motorcycle around the farm edges for large farms <br />
<br />
Gbammm.<br />
<br />
Your farm measurements solve]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[Why Dangote’s Move Matters]]></title>
			<link>http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31341.html</link>
			<pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2025 21:27:31 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Dangote says his fertilizer company will be the biggest in the world by 2028. A billionaire at 68 is still investing heavily in agriculture because he knows where Nigeria’s wealth is moving.<br />
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While people focus on insecurity, smart investors are buying land, building processing plants, and entering food production. Nigeria’s 220+ million people must eat, and we still import much of our food. Scarcity means opportunity.<br />
Agriculture creates steady, long-term income. You can start small, even with one acre.<br />
<br />
Do not wait. Begin now. The rich are moving into agriculture for a reason. Follow the opportunity.]]></description>
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While people focus on insecurity, smart investors are buying land, building processing plants, and entering food production. Nigeria’s 220+ million people must eat, and we still import much of our food. Scarcity means opportunity.<br />
Agriculture creates steady, long-term income. You can start small, even with one acre.<br />
<br />
Do not wait. Begin now. The rich are moving into agriculture for a reason. Follow the opportunity.]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[How to Farm Smarter and Cut Cost]]></title>
			<link>http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31275.html</link>
			<pubDate>Sat, 18 Oct 2025 18:39:20 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Until a farmer makes profit, agriculture is just <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">poverty in slow motion</span>.<br />
<br />
That’s not fair. It’s not sustainable. And it’s not how farming is supposed to be.<br />
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Farming should never drain you.<br />
<br />
It should <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">grow you</span> — in income, in impact, and in peace of mind.<br />
<br />
So how do we fix this?<br />
By crushing the farmer’s biggest enemy: <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">COST OF PRODUCTION.</span><br />
Where does the money disappear?<br />
<br />
Feeds. Chemicals. Energy. Labor waste. That’s where farmers bleed every single month.<br />
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Below are how to cut cost:<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">1️⃣ Black Soldier Fly (BSF) Farming</span><br />
Animal feed swallows up 60–70% of farm expenses. But what if you could cut that bill in half?<br />
<br />
More on <a href="http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31276-post-35413.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="mycode_url"><span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Black Soldier Fly farming</span>.</a><br />
<br />
BSF larvae are packed with protein and healthy fats — the perfect replacement for costly fishmeal and soybean meal.<br />
The magic? They thrive on kitchen scraps, market waste, and farm leftovers.<br />
<br />
So instead of throwing waste away, you’re literally <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">growing money out of garbage</span>.<br />
👉 Cheaper feed.<br />
👉 Healthier animals.<br />
👉 Cleaner environment.<br />
<br />
Why keep buying when you can start producing your own protein-rich feed?<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">2️⃣ Azolla &amp; Duckweed Farming</span><br />
Fast-growing water plants that double in mass every few days — sounds like magic, right? That’s <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Azolla and </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Duckweed</span>.<br />
These superplants are:<br />
✅ 20–30% protein<br />
✅ Packed with vitamins &amp; minerals<br />
✅ Grown in ponds, tanks, or basins at almost no cost<br />
<br />
They can replace 20–30% of your livestock feed — for poultry, pigs, cattle, goats, and fish.<br />
Instead of emptying your wallet at the feed store, let your farm’s pond produce <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">free, nutritious feed every day</span>.<br />
<br />
More on <a href="http://farmersjoint.com/thread-306.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="mycode_url">Azolla</a><br />
<a href="http://farmersjoint.com/thread-299.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="mycode_url">Duckweed</a> <br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">3️⃣ Crop Residues &amp; Farm By-products</span><br />
Every season, farmers burn or dump mountains of crop waste: maize stalks, cassava peels, rice bran, groundnut haulms.<br />
<br />
Smart farmers don’t waste — they recycle.<br />
👉 Cassava peels → high-energy feed.<br />
👉 Maize stalks → silage for cattle.<br />
👉 Rice bran → perfect for poultry &amp; pigs.<br />
👉 Brewer’s grains → protein-rich livestock meal.<br />
With proper processing, these “wastes” slash feed costs by up to 40%.<br />
<br />
On a smart farm, <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">nothing goes to waste</span>.<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">4️⃣ Silage &amp; Hay Making</span><br />
Feed prices skyrocket during dry season. That’s why forward-thinking farmers prepare silage and hay during the surplus months.<br />
<br />
Silage (fermented green fodder) and hay (dried grasses/legumes) ensure animals eat well year-round — at a fraction of the cost of purchased feeds.<br />
👉 More milk for dairy farmers.<br />
👉 Better growth rates for cattle &amp; goats.<br />
👉 Stress-free dry seasons.<br />
<br />
This is how farmers turn their animals into <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">365-day income machines</span>.<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">5️⃣ On-Farm Feed Formulation</span><br />
Why pay others to mix feeds when you can do it yourself?<br />
With a little training and the right formula, you can:<br />
✅ Source local ingredients.<br />
✅ Balance rations for protein, energy &amp; minerals.<br />
✅ Save up to 30% on feed purchases.<br />
<br />
You control the quality, the cost, and the outcome.<br />
DIY feed formulation is how small farmers compete with big commercial farms — and win.<br />
<br />
More on <a href="https://www.farmersjoint.com/blog/livestock-farming/poultry/formulating-chicken-feed-3-ways-go/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="mycode_url">feed formulation </a><br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">6️⃣ Integrated Farming Systems</span><br />
Imagine this: your fish pond produces waste water that fertilizes vegetables. Your poultry droppings enrich your tilapia fish pond with feed. Your goats graze under your fruit trees, controlling weeds.<br />
<br />
This is <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">integrated farming</span> — where one activity supports the other.<br />
Result?<br />
👉 Less money spent on fertilizers, feeds, and chemicals.<br />
👉 Multiple income streams.<br />
👉 A farm that sustains itself.<br />
<br />
That’s farming with wisdom, not just hard work.<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">7️⃣ Renewable Energy (Biogas &amp; Solar)</span><br />
Diesel and electricity costs eat deep into profits. But with renewable energy, farmers flip the script.<br />
Biogas from animal manure runs stoves, powers water pumps, and even generates electricity. Solar panels power boreholes and lights — cutting monthly bills drastically.<br />
Less money to NEPA, more money in your pocket.<br />
<br />
That’s smart energy for smart farming.<br />
<br />
More on <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=farmersjoint.com%20biogas" target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="mycode_url">Biogas</a><br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">8️⃣ Cooperative Input Buying</span><br />
Alone, a farmer is small. Together, farmers are powerful.<br />
Through cooperatives, farmers bulk-purchase feed ingredients, seeds, fertilizers, and even vaccines at discounted prices. Some save <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">20–30% instantly</span>.<br />
<br />
Pooling resources also unlocks access to machinery and loans.<br />
Unity reduces cost — division increases poverty.<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">9️⃣ Improved Breeds &amp; Genetics</span><br />
A goat that grows faster eats less per kg of meat.<br />
A chicken that lays 280 eggs instead of 120 gives you more output for the same input.<br />
<br />
By investing in improved breeds (and hybrid seeds for crops), you’re not just cutting cost — you’re multiplying returns without increasing effort.<br />
<br />
👉 Less feed wasted.<br />
👉 More productivity.<br />
👉 Faster profit.<br />
<br />
Smart farmers choose genetics that <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">pay them back</span>.<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">🔟 Smart Technology &amp; Automation</span><br />
From solar incubators to drip irrigation and mobile apps for feed rationing — technology is cutting farm costs everywhere.<br />
<br />
✅ Automated drinkers &amp; feeders reduce waste.<br />
✅ Drip irrigation saves 60–70% water.<br />
✅ Farm apps help track expenses &amp; profits in real time.<br />
<br />
Small tools, big savings. That’s how modern farmers build empires with fewer expenses.<br />
💡 <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Bottom line:</span> Farming is not just about producing more. It’s about producing smarter. Every naira you save in cost is a naira added to your profit.<br />
<br />
👉 Slash costs.<br />
👉 Increase profits.<br />
👉 Farm smarter, not harder.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Until a farmer makes profit, agriculture is just <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">poverty in slow motion</span>.<br />
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That’s not fair. It’s not sustainable. And it’s not how farming is supposed to be.<br />
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<br />
Farming should never drain you.<br />
<br />
It should <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">grow you</span> — in income, in impact, and in peace of mind.<br />
<br />
So how do we fix this?<br />
By crushing the farmer’s biggest enemy: <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">COST OF PRODUCTION.</span><br />
Where does the money disappear?<br />
<br />
Feeds. Chemicals. Energy. Labor waste. That’s where farmers bleed every single month.<br />
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Below are how to cut cost:<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">1️⃣ Black Soldier Fly (BSF) Farming</span><br />
Animal feed swallows up 60–70% of farm expenses. But what if you could cut that bill in half?<br />
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More on <a href="http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31276-post-35413.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="mycode_url"><span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Black Soldier Fly farming</span>.</a><br />
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BSF larvae are packed with protein and healthy fats — the perfect replacement for costly fishmeal and soybean meal.<br />
The magic? They thrive on kitchen scraps, market waste, and farm leftovers.<br />
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So instead of throwing waste away, you’re literally <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">growing money out of garbage</span>.<br />
👉 Cheaper feed.<br />
👉 Healthier animals.<br />
👉 Cleaner environment.<br />
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Why keep buying when you can start producing your own protein-rich feed?<br />
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<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">2️⃣ Azolla &amp; Duckweed Farming</span><br />
Fast-growing water plants that double in mass every few days — sounds like magic, right? That’s <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Azolla and </span><br />
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<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Duckweed</span>.<br />
These superplants are:<br />
✅ 20–30% protein<br />
✅ Packed with vitamins &amp; minerals<br />
✅ Grown in ponds, tanks, or basins at almost no cost<br />
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They can replace 20–30% of your livestock feed — for poultry, pigs, cattle, goats, and fish.<br />
Instead of emptying your wallet at the feed store, let your farm’s pond produce <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">free, nutritious feed every day</span>.<br />
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More on <a href="http://farmersjoint.com/thread-306.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="mycode_url">Azolla</a><br />
<a href="http://farmersjoint.com/thread-299.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="mycode_url">Duckweed</a> <br />
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<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">3️⃣ Crop Residues &amp; Farm By-products</span><br />
Every season, farmers burn or dump mountains of crop waste: maize stalks, cassava peels, rice bran, groundnut haulms.<br />
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Smart farmers don’t waste — they recycle.<br />
👉 Cassava peels → high-energy feed.<br />
👉 Maize stalks → silage for cattle.<br />
👉 Rice bran → perfect for poultry &amp; pigs.<br />
👉 Brewer’s grains → protein-rich livestock meal.<br />
With proper processing, these “wastes” slash feed costs by up to 40%.<br />
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On a smart farm, <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">nothing goes to waste</span>.<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">4️⃣ Silage &amp; Hay Making</span><br />
Feed prices skyrocket during dry season. That’s why forward-thinking farmers prepare silage and hay during the surplus months.<br />
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Silage (fermented green fodder) and hay (dried grasses/legumes) ensure animals eat well year-round — at a fraction of the cost of purchased feeds.<br />
👉 More milk for dairy farmers.<br />
👉 Better growth rates for cattle &amp; goats.<br />
👉 Stress-free dry seasons.<br />
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This is how farmers turn their animals into <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">365-day income machines</span>.<br />
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<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">5️⃣ On-Farm Feed Formulation</span><br />
Why pay others to mix feeds when you can do it yourself?<br />
With a little training and the right formula, you can:<br />
✅ Source local ingredients.<br />
✅ Balance rations for protein, energy &amp; minerals.<br />
✅ Save up to 30% on feed purchases.<br />
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You control the quality, the cost, and the outcome.<br />
DIY feed formulation is how small farmers compete with big commercial farms — and win.<br />
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More on <a href="https://www.farmersjoint.com/blog/livestock-farming/poultry/formulating-chicken-feed-3-ways-go/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="mycode_url">feed formulation </a><br />
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<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">6️⃣ Integrated Farming Systems</span><br />
Imagine this: your fish pond produces waste water that fertilizes vegetables. Your poultry droppings enrich your tilapia fish pond with feed. Your goats graze under your fruit trees, controlling weeds.<br />
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This is <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">integrated farming</span> — where one activity supports the other.<br />
Result?<br />
👉 Less money spent on fertilizers, feeds, and chemicals.<br />
👉 Multiple income streams.<br />
👉 A farm that sustains itself.<br />
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That’s farming with wisdom, not just hard work.<br />
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<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">7️⃣ Renewable Energy (Biogas &amp; Solar)</span><br />
Diesel and electricity costs eat deep into profits. But with renewable energy, farmers flip the script.<br />
Biogas from animal manure runs stoves, powers water pumps, and even generates electricity. Solar panels power boreholes and lights — cutting monthly bills drastically.<br />
Less money to NEPA, more money in your pocket.<br />
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That’s smart energy for smart farming.<br />
<br />
More on <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=farmersjoint.com%20biogas" target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="mycode_url">Biogas</a><br />
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<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">8️⃣ Cooperative Input Buying</span><br />
Alone, a farmer is small. Together, farmers are powerful.<br />
Through cooperatives, farmers bulk-purchase feed ingredients, seeds, fertilizers, and even vaccines at discounted prices. Some save <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">20–30% instantly</span>.<br />
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Pooling resources also unlocks access to machinery and loans.<br />
Unity reduces cost — division increases poverty.<br />
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<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">9️⃣ Improved Breeds &amp; Genetics</span><br />
A goat that grows faster eats less per kg of meat.<br />
A chicken that lays 280 eggs instead of 120 gives you more output for the same input.<br />
<br />
By investing in improved breeds (and hybrid seeds for crops), you’re not just cutting cost — you’re multiplying returns without increasing effort.<br />
<br />
👉 Less feed wasted.<br />
👉 More productivity.<br />
👉 Faster profit.<br />
<br />
Smart farmers choose genetics that <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">pay them back</span>.<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">🔟 Smart Technology &amp; Automation</span><br />
From solar incubators to drip irrigation and mobile apps for feed rationing — technology is cutting farm costs everywhere.<br />
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✅ Automated drinkers &amp; feeders reduce waste.<br />
✅ Drip irrigation saves 60–70% water.<br />
✅ Farm apps help track expenses &amp; profits in real time.<br />
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Small tools, big savings. That’s how modern farmers build empires with fewer expenses.<br />
💡 <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Bottom line:</span> Farming is not just about producing more. It’s about producing smarter. Every naira you save in cost is a naira added to your profit.<br />
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👉 Slash costs.<br />
👉 Increase profits.<br />
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			<title><![CDATA[Surplus Food: Singapore’s Taxis That Feed the Hungry]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Sun, 21 Sep 2025 11:27:46 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[In Singapore, a unique fleet of “food redistribution taxis” is turning food waste into life-saving support — one ride at a time. These taxis don’t ferry passengers, but something just as precious: surplus meals from weddings, corporate events, and buffets that would otherwise be thrown away. Within an hour of pick-up, this untouched food reaches neighborhood food banks and community kitchens, still hot and ready to serve.<br />
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The system is built on speed and coordination. Once an event ends, volunteers or event organizers log the leftover quantities on an app. The nearest food redistribution taxi is dispatched in minutes. These drivers, often retirees or part-time gig workers, are trained in hygienic handling and quick delivery, ensuring the meals stay fresh and safe.<br />
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The impact is remarkable. Each delivery feeds dozens — sometimes hundreds — of people in need. From elderly residents living alone to low-income families and migrant workers, these meals provide both nourishment and dignity. It’s a model that tackles food waste, hunger, and carbon emissions all at once.<br />
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Singapore’s tech-driven approach makes the system scalable and efficient. Real-time tracking, AI-powered route optimization, and strict hygiene monitoring help maintain quality at every step. It’s a shining example of how cities can use everyday infrastructure — like taxis — to drive powerful social change.<br />
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[In Singapore, a unique fleet of “food redistribution taxis” is turning food waste into life-saving support — one ride at a time. These taxis don’t ferry passengers, but something just as precious: surplus meals from weddings, corporate events, and buffets that would otherwise be thrown away. Within an hour of pick-up, this untouched food reaches neighborhood food banks and community kitchens, still hot and ready to serve.<br />
<br />
The system is built on speed and coordination. Once an event ends, volunteers or event organizers log the leftover quantities on an app. The nearest food redistribution taxi is dispatched in minutes. These drivers, often retirees or part-time gig workers, are trained in hygienic handling and quick delivery, ensuring the meals stay fresh and safe.<br />
<br />
The impact is remarkable. Each delivery feeds dozens — sometimes hundreds — of people in need. From elderly residents living alone to low-income families and migrant workers, these meals provide both nourishment and dignity. It’s a model that tackles food waste, hunger, and carbon emissions all at once.<br />
<br />
Singapore’s tech-driven approach makes the system scalable and efficient. Real-time tracking, AI-powered route optimization, and strict hygiene monitoring help maintain quality at every step. It’s a shining example of how cities can use everyday infrastructure — like taxis — to drive powerful social change.<br />
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			<title><![CDATA[Why the World's Richest "Farmers" Aren't Actually Farming]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 23 Aug 2025 22:03:12 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[The idea that "there is no money in farming" is a myth, but it stems from a hard truth: the least profitable step is often selling raw commodities.<br />
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The real wealth in agriculture isn't just grown—it's built by moving beyond basic production and capturing value along the chain. That's what rich farmers do.<br />
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Here is where the significant profits are:<br />
<br />
1. <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Strategic Farming: </span>Money can be made on the farm with high-value crops, scale, and efficiency, but margins are often tight.<br />
<br />
2. <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Processing &amp; Selling:</span> Transforming your raw product (e.g., turning fruit into jam) and selling it directly multiplies its value.<br />
<br />
3. <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Distribution:</span> Controlling the supply chain and getting products to market is a high-value business onto itself.<br />
<br />
4. <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">The Brand:</span> A strong brand allows you to sell based on trust and story, not just price, creating loyal customers and premium profits.<br />
<br />
5. <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">The Network:</span> Your net worth is linked to your network. Right connections lead to better deals, opportunities, and knowledge.<br />
<br />
The key is to shift from being just a producer to becoming a <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">farmer-entrepreneur</span>. Don't just grow a product; build a business around it.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[The idea that "there is no money in farming" is a myth, but it stems from a hard truth: the least profitable step is often selling raw commodities.<br />
<br />
The real wealth in agriculture isn't just grown—it's built by moving beyond basic production and capturing value along the chain. That's what rich farmers do.<br />
<br />
Here is where the significant profits are:<br />
<br />
1. <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Strategic Farming: </span>Money can be made on the farm with high-value crops, scale, and efficiency, but margins are often tight.<br />
<br />
2. <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Processing &amp; Selling:</span> Transforming your raw product (e.g., turning fruit into jam) and selling it directly multiplies its value.<br />
<br />
3. <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Distribution:</span> Controlling the supply chain and getting products to market is a high-value business onto itself.<br />
<br />
4. <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">The Brand:</span> A strong brand allows you to sell based on trust and story, not just price, creating loyal customers and premium profits.<br />
<br />
5. <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">The Network:</span> Your net worth is linked to your network. Right connections lead to better deals, opportunities, and knowledge.<br />
<br />
The key is to shift from being just a producer to becoming a <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">farmer-entrepreneur</span>. Don't just grow a product; build a business around it.]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[Kano’s Market Hack: Buy, Move, Resell, Repeat]]></title>
			<link>http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31176.html</link>
			<pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2025 09:01:45 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[When I first arrived Kano, and visited a lot of Agro commodities markets in search for Agro money.<br />
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After careful observations, I told my host.<br />
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“With this vehicle here in Kano, you are on your way to millions of Naira in revenue per week by moving Agro commodities within various Kano markets”<br />
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As at that time, this jet was around N2million - N3million.<br />
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Simply buy from another interior market today, next day, resell in another market.<br />
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The good thing about Kano is, their mudu measurement is not same size in all the markets.<br />
<br />
Some is bigger. A 40 mudus bag in market A mighty be 50 mudus in market B. Same commodity.<br />
<br />
Market A might be selling for N3,500 and market B will be selling for N4,500 because Kano is extra large?<br />
<br />
This is a solid opportunity to print money within Kano State for youths who can trade.<br />
<br />
With the small jet. You can fly around various Kano markets and load your money around.<br />
<br />
The monetary value of this vehicle cannot be overemphasized, bro.<br />
<br />
Even within your current community, if you can buy it, you’ll be big. <br />
<br />
Instead of saving N5million to buy land inside village, buy this van, drive it yourself.<br />
<br />
Within 12 months, you’ll buy more land easily and faster.<br />
<br />
Help our rural farmers move their farm produces and you will make millions.<br />
<br />
It is called “Agro Logistics”<br />
<br />
Is currently undertapped.<br />
Tsekohol Denison<br />
<br />
#<a href="https://www.facebook.com/100013032587004/posts/pfbid02To87FbbLPFvUjfM6SFCyGfCFPtbdxGErmSxD3ACRbshN8ghPZ5wazrFjYfcBiqNal/?app=fbl" target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="mycode_url">BillionaireFarmer</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[When I first arrived Kano, and visited a lot of Agro commodities markets in search for Agro money.<br />
<br />
After careful observations, I told my host.<br />
<br />
“With this vehicle here in Kano, you are on your way to millions of Naira in revenue per week by moving Agro commodities within various Kano markets”<br />
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As at that time, this jet was around N2million - N3million.<br />
<br />
Simply buy from another interior market today, next day, resell in another market.<br />
<br />
The good thing about Kano is, their mudu measurement is not same size in all the markets.<br />
<br />
Some is bigger. A 40 mudus bag in market A mighty be 50 mudus in market B. Same commodity.<br />
<br />
Market A might be selling for N3,500 and market B will be selling for N4,500 because Kano is extra large?<br />
<br />
This is a solid opportunity to print money within Kano State for youths who can trade.<br />
<br />
With the small jet. You can fly around various Kano markets and load your money around.<br />
<br />
The monetary value of this vehicle cannot be overemphasized, bro.<br />
<br />
Even within your current community, if you can buy it, you’ll be big. <br />
<br />
Instead of saving N5million to buy land inside village, buy this van, drive it yourself.<br />
<br />
Within 12 months, you’ll buy more land easily and faster.<br />
<br />
Help our rural farmers move their farm produces and you will make millions.<br />
<br />
It is called “Agro Logistics”<br />
<br />
Is currently undertapped.<br />
Tsekohol Denison<br />
<br />
#<a href="https://www.facebook.com/100013032587004/posts/pfbid02To87FbbLPFvUjfM6SFCyGfCFPtbdxGErmSxD3ACRbshN8ghPZ5wazrFjYfcBiqNal/?app=fbl" target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="mycode_url">BillionaireFarmer</a>]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[How to Stop Your Farm Workers from Milking You Dry]]></title>
			<link>http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31175.html</link>
			<pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2025 07:53:14 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[This is one of the biggest challenges in farming. But here are practical ways to<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b"> prevent workers</span> from milking you dry:<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">1. Careful Recruitment</span><br />
Don’t just hire anybody because they are nearby or cheap.<br />
Run background checks (ask around in the community).<br />
Choose people with proven integrity, even if they cost more.<br />
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<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">2. Clear Agreements &amp; Accountability</span><br />
Put written agreements in place, even if it’s with villagers.<br />
Set clear rules, responsibilities, and consequences for theft.<br />
Make workers understand they are part of the farm’s success.<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">3. Use Technology &amp; Monitoring</span><br />
Install <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">CCTV cameras</span> (solar-powered ones are now affordable).<br />
Use <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">farm record systems</span> (daily logs for feed, eggs, sales, etc.).<br />
Employ <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">surprise visits</span> or delegate trusted supervisors to inspect.<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">4. Incentives Instead of Only Salary</span><br />
Workers who benefit from success are less likely to steal.<br />
Example: give a small bonus when egg sales or goat births increase.<br />
Profit-sharing or “work-to-own” models motivate honesty. As your farm profit increase, increase your workers' pay.<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">? 5. Reduce Temptation</span><br />
Don’t stock all feed/equipment in one open store.<br />
Keep high-value items (drugs, equipment, cash) under lock and key.<br />
Use padlocks with keys kept only by you or a trusted manager.<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">6. Community Involvement</span><br />
Sometimes when villagers feel part of the project, they protect it.<br />
Sponsor small things (water, jobs, training) so they see value in keeping the farm alive.<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">7. Start Small, Scale Gradually</span><br />
Don’t invest millions at once if you are not yet sure of reliable management.<br />
Start small, test the workers’ honesty, then expand.<br />
<br />
The r<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">ight people, strict monitoring, fair incentives, and gradual growth</span> can protect your farm investment.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[This is one of the biggest challenges in farming. But here are practical ways to<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b"> prevent workers</span> from milking you dry:<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">1. Careful Recruitment</span><br />
Don’t just hire anybody because they are nearby or cheap.<br />
Run background checks (ask around in the community).<br />
Choose people with proven integrity, even if they cost more.<br />
<br />
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<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">2. Clear Agreements &amp; Accountability</span><br />
Put written agreements in place, even if it’s with villagers.<br />
Set clear rules, responsibilities, and consequences for theft.<br />
Make workers understand they are part of the farm’s success.<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">3. Use Technology &amp; Monitoring</span><br />
Install <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">CCTV cameras</span> (solar-powered ones are now affordable).<br />
Use <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">farm record systems</span> (daily logs for feed, eggs, sales, etc.).<br />
Employ <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">surprise visits</span> or delegate trusted supervisors to inspect.<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">4. Incentives Instead of Only Salary</span><br />
Workers who benefit from success are less likely to steal.<br />
Example: give a small bonus when egg sales or goat births increase.<br />
Profit-sharing or “work-to-own” models motivate honesty. As your farm profit increase, increase your workers' pay.<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">? 5. Reduce Temptation</span><br />
Don’t stock all feed/equipment in one open store.<br />
Keep high-value items (drugs, equipment, cash) under lock and key.<br />
Use padlocks with keys kept only by you or a trusted manager.<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">6. Community Involvement</span><br />
Sometimes when villagers feel part of the project, they protect it.<br />
Sponsor small things (water, jobs, training) so they see value in keeping the farm alive.<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">7. Start Small, Scale Gradually</span><br />
Don’t invest millions at once if you are not yet sure of reliable management.<br />
Start small, test the workers’ honesty, then expand.<br />
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The r<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">ight people, strict monitoring, fair incentives, and gradual growth</span> can protect your farm investment.]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[Know Who You Employ: The Untold Reason Farms Fail]]></title>
			<link>http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31174.html</link>
			<pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2025 10:31:57 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[You cannot pour almost all your resources into farming and expect instant success.<br />
Farming requires patience, time, and careful growth. Many of the capital crashes we hear about often come from reckless investing and poor management.<br />
<br />
On a farm visit to a nearby village, I witnessed a sad but familiar story.<br />
A man who grew up in that same village decided to invest some of his money—not just for profit, but also to create jobs and bring development. After three years, his entire investment collapsed.<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Why?</span><br />
He believed people in the community would dedicate themselves to hard work and earn a living. Instead, many of them looked for ways to drain his investment.<br />
<br />
When his chickens started laying eggs, the very workers he employed stole and sold them. Feed disappeared, farming equipment was stolen, and over time, a multi-million-naira investment vanished.<br />
<br />
Fortunately, he was a businessman with other ventures. He moved on, but the villagers who betrayed his trust remained trapped in poverty.<br />
<br />
I also know another man who shared his experience in goat farming. After almost three years, his investment disappeared too—not because goats failed, but because those entrusted with the project stole and sold them.<br />
<br />
 Sometimes they even lied, claiming sickness as an excuse for selling the animals. When he realized his project was collapsing, he sold off the little that remained.<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">The lesson is clear:</span><br />
Be very careful about who you employ and why you are employing them. Your workers can either build your dream or destroy it.<br />
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[You cannot pour almost all your resources into farming and expect instant success.<br />
Farming requires patience, time, and careful growth. Many of the capital crashes we hear about often come from reckless investing and poor management.<br />
<br />
On a farm visit to a nearby village, I witnessed a sad but familiar story.<br />
A man who grew up in that same village decided to invest some of his money—not just for profit, but also to create jobs and bring development. After three years, his entire investment collapsed.<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Why?</span><br />
He believed people in the community would dedicate themselves to hard work and earn a living. Instead, many of them looked for ways to drain his investment.<br />
<br />
When his chickens started laying eggs, the very workers he employed stole and sold them. Feed disappeared, farming equipment was stolen, and over time, a multi-million-naira investment vanished.<br />
<br />
Fortunately, he was a businessman with other ventures. He moved on, but the villagers who betrayed his trust remained trapped in poverty.<br />
<br />
I also know another man who shared his experience in goat farming. After almost three years, his investment disappeared too—not because goats failed, but because those entrusted with the project stole and sold them.<br />
<br />
 Sometimes they even lied, claiming sickness as an excuse for selling the animals. When he realized his project was collapsing, he sold off the little that remained.<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">The lesson is clear:</span><br />
Be very careful about who you employ and why you are employing them. Your workers can either build your dream or destroy it.<br />
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			<title><![CDATA[Dwarf, Hybrid & Early Fruiting Economic Trees for Sale]]></title>
			<link>http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31156.html</link>
			<pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2025 19:04:30 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Forestry Quarters, Iva Valley Road, Enugu</span><br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Nationwide Delivery</span><br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">WhatsApp: 08067494363</span><br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">FarmersJoint.com</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Exotic &amp; Tropical Fruits</span><br />
<br />
Malay Peach Apple – ₦5,500<br />
1b. Sugar Apple – ₦5,500<br />
1c. English Apple – Call for Price<br />
1d. Purple Star Apple – ₦12,000<br />
1e. Pomegranate – Call for Price<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Soursop</span> – ₦3,500<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Avocado Pear </span>– ₦2,500<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Mango Varieties</span><br />
<br />
German Mango – ₦6,200<br />
<br />
Igbo Mango – ₦6,200<br />
<br />
Lipens Mango – ₦5,200<br />
6b. Peter Mango – ₦6,200<br />
6c. Mamia Mango – ₦6,200<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Coconuts</span><br />
<br />
Dwarf Ghana Coconut (Green, Golden, Yellow) – ₦7,500<br />
7b. Malaysian Dwarf Coconut – ₦7,500<br />
<br />
Dwarf Coconut – ₦6,000<br />
<br />
Jumbo Coconut (Very Big Head) – ₦7,500<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Local &amp; Native Trees</span><br />
<br />
Ukwa (African Breadfruit) – ₦4,200<br />
<br />
Ụkpaka / Ụgba (Oil Bean) – ₦3,300<br />
<br />
Pepper Fruit – ₦3,000<br />
<br />
Kolanut (Ọjị Igbo &amp; Gworo) – ₦3,500<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Citrus Fruits</span><br />
<br />
Sweet Orange – ₦3,500<br />
<br />
Tangerine – ₦4,500<br />
<br />
Tangelo – ₦4,500<br />
<br />
Shaddock – ₦4,500<br />
<br />
Lime – ₦3,800<br />
<br />
Lemon – ₦3,800<br />
<br />
Grape – ₦4,500<br />
21b. 2-in-1 Citrus Combo (Orange+Tangerine, Orange+Shaddock, etc.) – ₦7,500<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Plantains &amp; Bananas</span><br />
<br />
Hybrid Plantain – ₦2,300<br />
22b. Local Plantain (Diabetic – Une Ọkpọkwụ) – ₦3,000<br />
<br />
Hybrid Cavendish Banana – ₦2,500<br />
<br />
William Jumbo Banana – ₦4,300<br />
<br />
Red Banana – ₦3,300<br />
<br />
Dwarf Cavendish Banana – ₦2,500<br />
<br />
Local Banana (Une Ojii) – ₦2,800<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Other Fruit Trees &amp; Nuts</span><br />
<br />
Dwarf Pawpaw – ₦2,300<br />
<br />
Bitter Kola – ₦3,500<br />
<br />
Almond (Fruit) – ₦2,000<br />
<br />
Ogbono – ₦3,500<br />
<br />
Ugiri – ₦1,800<br />
<br />
Queen’s Pineapple – ₦1,500<br />
<br />
Ụdara (African Star Apple) – ₦2,300<br />
<br />
Ube Igbo (African Pear) – ₦2,300<br />
<br />
Jerusalem Sweet White Guava – ₦3,300<br />
37b. Queen White Guava – ₦3,300<br />
<br />
Red Guava – ₦3,000<br />
<br />
Dabino (Date Palm) – ₦5,500<br />
<br />
Cashew – ₦2,500<br />
<br />
Walnut – ₦3,800<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Oil Palm Varieties</span><br />
<br />
Tenera – ₦1,500<br />
<br />
Ojukwu – ₦1,500<br />
<br />
Supergene – ₦3,500<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Herbs, Spices &amp; Medicinal Plants</span><br />
<br />
Noni – Call for Price<br />
<br />
Jackfruit – ₦2,800<br />
<br />
Passion Fruit – ₦2,500<br />
<br />
Moringa – ₦2,200<br />
<br />
Turmeric – Call for Price<br />
<br />
Aloe Vera – ₦1,600<br />
<br />
Monkey Kola (Achịcha) – ₦3,000<br />
<br />
Ọha – ₦2,200<br />
<br />
Neem (Dogoyaro) – ₦1,700<br />
<br />
Cocoa – ₦1,800<br />
<br />
Miracle Plant – ₦2,800<br />
<br />
Alligator Pepper (Ose Oji) – ₦3,800<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Agricultural Solutions</span><br />
<br />
Fruit Abortion Solution – ₦7,200<br />
<br />
Barren Fruit Solution – ₦7,200<br />
<br />
Fruit Enhancement Solution – ₦7,200<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Vegetable Seedlings &amp; Crops</span><br />
<br />
Ụtazi – ₦5,500<br />
<br />
Shombe – ₦5,800<br />
<br />
Scent Leaf – ₦5,300<br />
<br />
Pepper (Yellow &amp; Red) – ₦5,500<br />
<br />
Garden Egg (Big &amp; Small Types) – ₦5,500<br />
<br />
Sweet Bitterleaf – ₦5,800<br />
<br />
Ede (Yam-type Cocoyam) – ₦2,500 / ₦10,500<br />
<br />
Uziza – ₦2,800 per seedling<br />
12b. Hot Habanero Seed (Red) – ₦9,800<br />
<br />
Hot Pepper Cayenne (Shombe) – ₦5,800<br />
<br />
Akidi Seed (Akidi Enu &amp; Akidi Ana) – ₦2,500 / ₦3,000<br />
<br />
Hybrid Maize – ₦8,500 (2kg)<br />
<br />
Hybrid Cassava Stem – ₦4,500<br />
<br />
Okro Seed – ₦4,800<br />
<br />
Local Watermelon – ₦2,800<br />
<br />
Sweet Potato Vines (Orange, White &amp; Purple Fleshed) – ₦2,800/bundle (Min. order: 10)<br />
<br />
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Forestry Quarters, Iva Valley Road, Enugu</span><br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Nationwide Delivery</span><br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">WhatsApp: 08067494363</span><br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">FarmersJoint.com</span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Exotic &amp; Tropical Fruits</span><br />
<br />
Malay Peach Apple – ₦5,500<br />
1b. Sugar Apple – ₦5,500<br />
1c. English Apple – Call for Price<br />
1d. Purple Star Apple – ₦12,000<br />
1e. Pomegranate – Call for Price<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Soursop</span> – ₦3,500<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Avocado Pear </span>– ₦2,500<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Mango Varieties</span><br />
<br />
German Mango – ₦6,200<br />
<br />
Igbo Mango – ₦6,200<br />
<br />
Lipens Mango – ₦5,200<br />
6b. Peter Mango – ₦6,200<br />
6c. Mamia Mango – ₦6,200<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Coconuts</span><br />
<br />
Dwarf Ghana Coconut (Green, Golden, Yellow) – ₦7,500<br />
7b. Malaysian Dwarf Coconut – ₦7,500<br />
<br />
Dwarf Coconut – ₦6,000<br />
<br />
Jumbo Coconut (Very Big Head) – ₦7,500<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Local &amp; Native Trees</span><br />
<br />
Ukwa (African Breadfruit) – ₦4,200<br />
<br />
Ụkpaka / Ụgba (Oil Bean) – ₦3,300<br />
<br />
Pepper Fruit – ₦3,000<br />
<br />
Kolanut (Ọjị Igbo &amp; Gworo) – ₦3,500<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Citrus Fruits</span><br />
<br />
Sweet Orange – ₦3,500<br />
<br />
Tangerine – ₦4,500<br />
<br />
Tangelo – ₦4,500<br />
<br />
Shaddock – ₦4,500<br />
<br />
Lime – ₦3,800<br />
<br />
Lemon – ₦3,800<br />
<br />
Grape – ₦4,500<br />
21b. 2-in-1 Citrus Combo (Orange+Tangerine, Orange+Shaddock, etc.) – ₦7,500<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Plantains &amp; Bananas</span><br />
<br />
Hybrid Plantain – ₦2,300<br />
22b. Local Plantain (Diabetic – Une Ọkpọkwụ) – ₦3,000<br />
<br />
Hybrid Cavendish Banana – ₦2,500<br />
<br />
William Jumbo Banana – ₦4,300<br />
<br />
Red Banana – ₦3,300<br />
<br />
Dwarf Cavendish Banana – ₦2,500<br />
<br />
Local Banana (Une Ojii) – ₦2,800<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Other Fruit Trees &amp; Nuts</span><br />
<br />
Dwarf Pawpaw – ₦2,300<br />
<br />
Bitter Kola – ₦3,500<br />
<br />
Almond (Fruit) – ₦2,000<br />
<br />
Ogbono – ₦3,500<br />
<br />
Ugiri – ₦1,800<br />
<br />
Queen’s Pineapple – ₦1,500<br />
<br />
Ụdara (African Star Apple) – ₦2,300<br />
<br />
Ube Igbo (African Pear) – ₦2,300<br />
<br />
Jerusalem Sweet White Guava – ₦3,300<br />
37b. Queen White Guava – ₦3,300<br />
<br />
Red Guava – ₦3,000<br />
<br />
Dabino (Date Palm) – ₦5,500<br />
<br />
Cashew – ₦2,500<br />
<br />
Walnut – ₦3,800<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Oil Palm Varieties</span><br />
<br />
Tenera – ₦1,500<br />
<br />
Ojukwu – ₦1,500<br />
<br />
Supergene – ₦3,500<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Herbs, Spices &amp; Medicinal Plants</span><br />
<br />
Noni – Call for Price<br />
<br />
Jackfruit – ₦2,800<br />
<br />
Passion Fruit – ₦2,500<br />
<br />
Moringa – ₦2,200<br />
<br />
Turmeric – Call for Price<br />
<br />
Aloe Vera – ₦1,600<br />
<br />
Monkey Kola (Achịcha) – ₦3,000<br />
<br />
Ọha – ₦2,200<br />
<br />
Neem (Dogoyaro) – ₦1,700<br />
<br />
Cocoa – ₦1,800<br />
<br />
Miracle Plant – ₦2,800<br />
<br />
Alligator Pepper (Ose Oji) – ₦3,800<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Agricultural Solutions</span><br />
<br />
Fruit Abortion Solution – ₦7,200<br />
<br />
Barren Fruit Solution – ₦7,200<br />
<br />
Fruit Enhancement Solution – ₦7,200<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Vegetable Seedlings &amp; Crops</span><br />
<br />
Ụtazi – ₦5,500<br />
<br />
Shombe – ₦5,800<br />
<br />
Scent Leaf – ₦5,300<br />
<br />
Pepper (Yellow &amp; Red) – ₦5,500<br />
<br />
Garden Egg (Big &amp; Small Types) – ₦5,500<br />
<br />
Sweet Bitterleaf – ₦5,800<br />
<br />
Ede (Yam-type Cocoyam) – ₦2,500 / ₦10,500<br />
<br />
Uziza – ₦2,800 per seedling<br />
12b. Hot Habanero Seed (Red) – ₦9,800<br />
<br />
Hot Pepper Cayenne (Shombe) – ₦5,800<br />
<br />
Akidi Seed (Akidi Enu &amp; Akidi Ana) – ₦2,500 / ₦3,000<br />
<br />
Hybrid Maize – ₦8,500 (2kg)<br />
<br />
Hybrid Cassava Stem – ₦4,500<br />
<br />
Okro Seed – ₦4,800<br />
<br />
Local Watermelon – ₦2,800<br />
<br />
Sweet Potato Vines (Orange, White &amp; Purple Fleshed) – ₦2,800/bundle (Min. order: 10)<br />
<br />
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			<title><![CDATA[FACTS ABOUT FOODSTUFF EXPORT BUSINESS]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Sat, 09 Aug 2025 15:59:14 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[The foodstuff export business isn’t as complex as many think - all you need is the right knowledge, reliable sources, and proper guidance. Whether you're a beginner or looking to scale, understanding the high-demand products, shipping logistics, and customer acquisition is key to success. <br />
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<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Two Main Types of Foodstuff Exportation: </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">1. Mini Exportation (Small-Scale Export) </span><br />
A. Small quantities (10kg, 20kg, 50kg, or 100kg bags)  <br />
<br />
B. Shipped by air through couriers like DHL, FedEx, UPS, NIPOST, or private shipping companies  <br />
<br />
C. You don't need to bother about export licenses and documentations - shipping companies handle them.  <br />
<br />
D. Perfect for beginners - start with what your budget allows and scale up  <br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">2. Macro Exportation (Large-Scale Export)</span><br />
<br />
A. Bulk shipments (20ft or 40ft containers)  <br />
<br />
B. Sea freight for tonnes of agro-commodities  <br />
<br />
C. Requires:<br />
  - A registered company <br />
  - Export license from NEPC (Nigeria Export Promotion Council)<br />
  - NAFDAC &amp; SON certification (for processed foods)  <br />
<br />
D. Ideal for established exporters with strong financial backing  <br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Why Start Foodstuff Export?</span><br />
<br />
A. High global demand for African foodstuffs  <br />
<br />
B. Lucrative profits - earn in dollars, pounds, or euros  <br />
<br />
C. Scalable business - start small and expand as you grow]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[The foodstuff export business isn’t as complex as many think - all you need is the right knowledge, reliable sources, and proper guidance. Whether you're a beginner or looking to scale, understanding the high-demand products, shipping logistics, and customer acquisition is key to success. <br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Two Main Types of Foodstuff Exportation: </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">1. Mini Exportation (Small-Scale Export) </span><br />
A. Small quantities (10kg, 20kg, 50kg, or 100kg bags)  <br />
<br />
B. Shipped by air through couriers like DHL, FedEx, UPS, NIPOST, or private shipping companies  <br />
<br />
C. You don't need to bother about export licenses and documentations - shipping companies handle them.  <br />
<br />
D. Perfect for beginners - start with what your budget allows and scale up  <br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">2. Macro Exportation (Large-Scale Export)</span><br />
<br />
A. Bulk shipments (20ft or 40ft containers)  <br />
<br />
B. Sea freight for tonnes of agro-commodities  <br />
<br />
C. Requires:<br />
  - A registered company <br />
  - Export license from NEPC (Nigeria Export Promotion Council)<br />
  - NAFDAC &amp; SON certification (for processed foods)  <br />
<br />
D. Ideal for established exporters with strong financial backing  <br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Why Start Foodstuff Export?</span><br />
<br />
A. High global demand for African foodstuffs  <br />
<br />
B. Lucrative profits - earn in dollars, pounds, or euros  <br />
<br />
C. Scalable business - start small and expand as you grow]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[Make Money Exporting Leaves]]></title>
			<link>http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31152.html</link>
			<pubDate>Thu, 07 Aug 2025 21:09:01 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="http://farmersjoint.com/member.php?action=profile&uid=1">Henlus</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[I got this from facebook and decide to share it here. I don't know who this might help.<br />
<br />
Every plant you see here in Africa is pure potential income - you just need the right knowledge and connections to turn them into profit! <br />
<br />
Last year, we secured a contract to export 20 tons of dogoyaro (neem) seeds, and just last month, a friend sent me a deal for 7,000kg of dried guava leaves - which we’re actively working on now.  <br />
<br />
And look at this - dogoyaro leaves taking over my backyard like free money waiting to be harvested!<br />
<br />
See dogoyaro leaf wey full for your backyard.<br />
<br />
<br />
From <a href="https://www.facebook.com/100003304033330/posts/pfbid0u5bVr4sgmCC5PmYTVpznbcViA5g24qrCin23mLLQhKeAztkBCp5FXmfZZWDVLrhcl/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="mycode_url">Facebook</a><br /><!-- start: postbit_attachments_attachment -->
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[I got this from facebook and decide to share it here. I don't know who this might help.<br />
<br />
Every plant you see here in Africa is pure potential income - you just need the right knowledge and connections to turn them into profit! <br />
<br />
Last year, we secured a contract to export 20 tons of dogoyaro (neem) seeds, and just last month, a friend sent me a deal for 7,000kg of dried guava leaves - which we’re actively working on now.  <br />
<br />
And look at this - dogoyaro leaves taking over my backyard like free money waiting to be harvested!<br />
<br />
See dogoyaro leaf wey full for your backyard.<br />
<br />
<br />
From <a href="https://www.facebook.com/100003304033330/posts/pfbid0u5bVr4sgmCC5PmYTVpznbcViA5g24qrCin23mLLQhKeAztkBCp5FXmfZZWDVLrhcl/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="mycode_url">Facebook</a><br /><!-- start: postbit_attachments_attachment -->
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			<title><![CDATA[Ag Wonder: Floating Farms]]></title>
			<link>http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31151.html</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 06 Aug 2025 20:33:43 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="http://farmersjoint.com/member.php?action=profile&uid=1">Henlus</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[The Future of Sustainable Agriculture.<br />
  <br />
Due to sea levels rise and land scarcity,  Netherlands is leading the way with an ingenious solution - floating farms.  <br />
<br />
They're built on water, can withstand floods and adapt to changing sea levels, making them climate-resilient by design.  <br />
<br />
By harnessing solar power, wind energy, and rainwater harvesting, these floating farms produce fresh food - from dairy to hydroponic vegetables - without occupying precious land. This revolutionary approach offers a sustainable blueprint for farming in an era of climate uncertainty.<br />
<br />
Imagine growing crops and raising animals on water. I asked AI if this was fake but it confirms that it is true. Neatherland is doing it.<br />
<br />
This is good for areas where land is scarce and very expensive. Using such land for agriculture will not be profitable.<br />
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[The Future of Sustainable Agriculture.<br />
  <br />
Due to sea levels rise and land scarcity,  Netherlands is leading the way with an ingenious solution - floating farms.  <br />
<br />
They're built on water, can withstand floods and adapt to changing sea levels, making them climate-resilient by design.  <br />
<br />
By harnessing solar power, wind energy, and rainwater harvesting, these floating farms produce fresh food - from dairy to hydroponic vegetables - without occupying precious land. This revolutionary approach offers a sustainable blueprint for farming in an era of climate uncertainty.<br />
<br />
Imagine growing crops and raising animals on water. I asked AI if this was fake but it confirms that it is true. Neatherland is doing it.<br />
<br />
This is good for areas where land is scarce and very expensive. Using such land for agriculture will not be profitable.<br />
<br />
Also, there is no need to try and reclaim land from the sea, which is very expensive and time-consuming.<br /><!-- start: postbit_attachments_attachment -->
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			<title><![CDATA[Farmers should not be depicted as poor]]></title>
			<link>http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31150.html</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 06 Aug 2025 12:22:41 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="http://farmersjoint.com/member.php?action=profile&uid=1">Henlus</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[How can we be depicting farmers like this and expect the Gen Y and Z to develop interest in farming/agriculture? <br />
<br />
Not good at all.<br />
<br />
<a href="http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31149-post-34371.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="mycode_url">http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31149-post-34371.html</a><br /><!-- start: postbit_attachments_attachment -->
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[How can we be depicting farmers like this and expect the Gen Y and Z to develop interest in farming/agriculture? <br />
<br />
Not good at all.<br />
<br />
<a href="http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31149-post-34371.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="mycode_url">http://farmersjoint.com/thread-31149-post-34371.html</a><br /><!-- start: postbit_attachments_attachment -->
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