National Agricultural Resilience Framework
Framework · Agriculture
A Framework addresses vulnerabilities in Nigeria's agricultural sector to climate shocks and pests by providing strategies for building resilience in farming systems. It targets smallholder farmers in vulnerable regions, agricultural extension workers, and federal agencies. This aims to strengthen food production and protect livelihoods from disruptions.
National Agricultural Resilience Framework
What Is This Policy?
A framework that addresses the vulnerability of Nigeria's agricultural sector to climate shocks, conflicts, pests, and economic disruptions, providing strategies for building resilience in farming systems and food supply chains.
Who Does It Target?
Smallholder farmers in climate-vulnerable regions Agricultural extension workers and planners Federal and state agricultural agencies Development partners supporting climate adaptation in agriculture
What Does It Aim to Achieve?
Strengthen the capacity of Nigeria's agricultural sector to withstand, adapt to, and recover from shocks and stresses, ensuring continued food production and the protection of farmer livelihoods.
Key Features
Climate-Smart Agriculture: Promotion of drought-resistant varieties, water harvesting, and conservation agriculture practices Early Warning Systems: Weather monitoring and advisory services to help farmers prepare for climate events Risk Transfer: Expansion of agricultural insurance products for smallholder farmers Conflict Sensitivity: Strategies for maintaining food production in conflict-affected areas Emergency Response: Protocols for rapid distribution of seeds, inputs, and food relief after shocks
Current Status
Rollout Stage: Active with ongoing implementation Coverage: Priority focus on vulnerable agroecological zones Lead Agency: Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development Partners: FAO, World Bank, GIZ, IFAD, climate adaptation funds
How to Access
Farmers access resilience programmes through agricultural extension services and partner projects. Engage with local agricultural extension workers for resilience training Access weather advisories through radio, SMS, and extension services Apply for agricultural insurance through NAIC and partner programmes
Official Resources
Website: fmard.gov.ng Contact: Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, Abuja
Legal Framework
Operates under the National Agricultural Policy, the Climate Change Act 2021, the National Emergency Management Agency Act, and the National Food Security Programme. Draws on the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030, the Paris Agreement, and the FAO voluntary guidelines on food systems and nutrition.