Episodes
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Why Rural & Smallholder Farmers are Financially Excluded Despite Producing Most of Africa's Foods | Dennis Okpe, CEO of Heabron
ARE SMALLHOLDER FARMERS REALLY UNBANKABLE or are our financial systems failing to understand how they produce, earn and manage risk?Millions of smallholder farmers help feed our communities, sustain agricultural value chains and support rural economies. Yet, access to affordable and appropriate...
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NextGen AgriVoices: From NYSC to Commercial Agriculture - How to Build a Career in Agriculture during NYSC | With Mukhtar Adedotun Raji (BIG RAJJ)
Can the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) year become the beginning of a serious career in agriculture?For many young Nigerians, NYSC is simply a compulsory service to the fatherland to complete before starting their careers. But what if that year could become a period of practical learning,...
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Food Security & Safe Foods through Policy, Research, Training & Collaboration, with Mr. Iredele Ogunbayo
We sat with the team at the Innovation Lab for Policy Leadership in Agriculture and Food Security (PiLAF UI) on the Importance and Role of Policy for Sustainable Food Security.The Innovation Lab seeks to positively influence agri-food systems through policy, research, capacity building, and...
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Inclusive Agricultural Extension: Reaching the Unreached with Professor Rasak Olajide
Inclusive Agricultural Extension: Reaching the Unreached (Women, Youth & Non-Literate Farmers) In this episode, we sit down with Professor Rasak Olajide, Professor of Agricultural Extension and Rural Development at the University of Ibadan, for an important conversation on how agricultural...
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Reflections: Unlocking the Potential of Urban Farming - The Policy Imperative (PiLAF Brown Bag Series 20th Edition)
Unlocking the Potential of Urban Farming - The Policy Imperative (PiLAF Brown Bag Series 20th Edition) This was an afterthought of the presentation for PiLAF's (the Innovation Lab for Policy Leadership in Agriculture and Food Security, University of Ibadan) Brown Bag Series which explored the...
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Keynote Speech by Toheeb Azeez for Professor Janice Olawoye Peronality Lecture | Topic: Agricultural Extension and Rural Development in a Changing World: Challenges, Opportunities and the Way Forward
From Information to Impact: Rethinking Agricultural Extension and Rural Development in a Changing World What does agricultural extension need to becomein a rapidly changing world? This speech began after Professor O.O Oyedele, the Director of Research at NIHORT (National Institute for…
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Empowerment Beyond the Farm with Professor Sarafat Ayanfunke Tijani: Cross-Cultural Lessons, Value Addition & Livelihood Strategies for Rural Women
Empowerment Beyond the Farm: Cross-Cultural Lessons, Value Addition & Livelihood Strategies for Rural Women What does true empowerment look like for rural women in agriculture?In this powerful episode of The Lasgidi Farmer Podcast, we sit with Professor Sarafat Ayanfunke Tijani, a leading scholar...
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Extension Beyond Boundaries | Prof. Olutokunbo Oyesola’s Journey into Agricultural Extension — Part I
Why agricultural extension? What makes someone choose the field—and stay committed to it for years? In Part I of Extension Beyond Boundaries, The Lasgidi Farmer Podcast sits down with Prof. Olutokunbo Oyesola, Head of the Department of Agricultural Extension and Rural Development, University of...
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Aquaculture Series: AGAINST THE ODDS with Bukola Mustapha - Building an Aquaculture Business in Nigeria as a Woman
AGAINST THE ODDS: Building an Aquaculture Business in Nigeria as a Woman Nigeria has enormous potential for aquaculture, but what does it actually take to build a fish farming business in an industry facing high feed costs, challenging operating conditions, weak purchasing power and questions...
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AFS Forum 2026 with Lucy Chioma Aniagolu: Trasnforming Africa’s Agri-food Systems
AFS Forum 2026: Unlocking Opportunities for Africa’s Food System | Youth, Agri-Finance & InnovationWhat does Africa’s food system need to become more productive, inclusive, resilient and capable of creating meaningful opportunities for young people?In this insightful conversation, we speak with...
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EP 02 | Weekly Space: Beyond the Headlines: Understanding the Systems that Shape Nigeria's Future
Beyond the Headlines: Understanding the Systems That Shape Nigeria’s Future As Nigeria moves closer to another presidential election, the question of the country’s future is increasingly on the minds of Nigerians. But beyond the question of who should lead Nigeria lies a deeper question: Why do...
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EP 51 | Prof. Taofeeq Yekinni: The Digital Revolution in Nigerian Agriculture: How ICTs Are Transforming Extension Services and Reaching Smallholder Farmers
The Digital Revolution in Nigerian Agriculture: How ICTs Are Transforming Extension Services and Reaching Smallholder Farmers Can digital technologies truly transform agriculture in Nigeria? More importantly, how can they reach the millions of smallholder farmers who produce most of our food? In...
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EP 01 | Weekly Space: World Cup, Wars, Weather, & more: How Global & Local Events Shape Food Systems
Title: World Cup, Wars & Weather: How Global Events Shape Food Systems Subtitle: FIFA World Cup 2026 • Israel-Iran Conflict • Russia-Ukraine War • Climate Change • Oil Prices • AfCFTA • Dangote Refinery • Insecurity • Education & Development What do football, war, climate change, oil prices…
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Cassava Value Chain, Challenges, Sustainable Business with Oluwole CEO of Goldenlad
This important cassava value chain conversation with Oluwole C.E.O of Golden in their operating facility in Ibarapa has long been in the archived to be published, repaired, optimized and salvaged after being damaged to recording difficulties and transmission error. We are glad to be able to…
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EP 49 | Himani Chandel: Indo-Africa Talk: Agriculture & Development - Perspectives & Restructuring Ties to Prevailing Needs & Geopolitics
📣 Last 3yrs when India halted the export of its rice 🌾 the ripple was felt in Africa 🌍 and in Nigeria . This year, fertilizer production disruption in the country had similar effects. India is an agriculture powerhouse supplying important inputs for Africa’s food production and security. The...
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Edutainment EP 03: Kitchen Drama (OluwaKemi & Oyindamola)
This is third episode of the edutainment series of The Lasgidi Farmer Podcast. This particular drama was written by Toheeb Azeez (The Lasgidi Farmer and the founder and host of The Lasgidi Farmer Podcast) in 2017 and published the same year, on Facebook on his personal page. It later was...
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EP 47 | Dr. Michelle Perro: GMOs & Biosecurity - Building Africa's Food Sovereignty
This discourse was about GMOs, biosecurity, food sovereignty -lessons from Northern America to adapt for Africa food sovereignty, with the continent's food insecurity situation and weak regulation, and how unregulated/dangerous synthetic chemicals (pesticides/herbicides) and food manipulation...
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EP 44 | Kenechukwu Anoliefo: African Fish Farming - Bridging the Tech Gap
In this eye-opening episode of The Lasgidi Farmer Podcast, we dive deep into one of the most promising yet underdeveloped sectors in African agriculture — fish farming (aquaculture). Despite Nigeria’s huge potential to become a major fish producer, the sector continues to struggle with low…
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EP 46: Genetics & Technology for Better Fish Breeding in Nigeria - Insights from Nofima
Genetics and Technology for Better Fish Breeding in Nigeria – Insights from Nofima In this insightful episode, we sit down with two leading experts from Nofima, one of the world’s top aquaculture research institutes in Norway: Dr. Anna Kristina Sonesson – Research Director in Genetics and…
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EP 45 | Michael Akinsete: Farm-2-Table With Zero Spoilage - Building Resilient Cold Chains with Off-Grid Tech for Nigeria's Food Security.
In this powerful and insightful episode of The Lasgidi Farmer Podcast, we sat down with Michael Akinsete, Co-Founder and Chief Marketing Officer of Ecotutu, a pioneering Nigerian cleantech company transforming cold chain infrastructure. Widely known as “The Food Systems Guy,” Michael brings deep...
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EP 43 | Prof. Odebode: Empowering Nigerian Agriculture - Digital Extension, Technology Innovation, & Women Leadership
In this landmark inaugural episode of The Lasgidi Farmer Podcast, we are privileged to host Professor Stella Olusola Odebode, Professor of Agricultural Extension and Rural Development and current Head of Department at the University of Ibadan. With more than four decades of experience in…
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EP 42 | Prof. Olugbenga AdeOluwa: GMOs in Nigeria - Promise or Poison?
In this timely and insightful episode of The Lasgidi Farmer Podcast, we sit down with Professor Olugbenga O. AdeOluwa, Professor of Soil Fertility and Organic Agriculture at the University of Ibadan and Coordinator of the Organic and Agroecology Initiative (ORAIN). Titled “GMOs in Nigeria…
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2025/26 Nigerian Agriculture Budget Appraisal: For Performance and Impact.
Summary This conversation delves into the appraisal and analysis of the Nigerian agriculture budget for 2025-2026, focusing on its implications for farmers, food security, and the overall economy. The discussion features insights from agricultural professionals on the effectiveness of past…
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EP 41 | with Olugbenga Aderemi-Williams: The African Cocoa Crisis - Genesis & Sustainable Solutions.
This was an urgent conversation to address the ongoing cocoa crisis where prices have plummeted and cocoa farmers, especially in Ghana and Cote d’Ivoire, have been most affected and unable to sell their stocks, which have had significant impacts on their livelihoods and lives. We attempted at the...
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EP 40 | Adekanmi Adesuyi (Sam): The Canadian & Nigerian Agrifood Markets - Issues, Contrasts, & Lessons
Summary In this conversation, Toheeb Azeez (host) and Adekanmi Adesuyi (Sam, the Guest) discuss the evolving economic landscape between Nigeria and Canada, emphasizing the importance of global engagement, agricultural practices, and the need for youth involvement in farming. The dialogue explores...
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EP 39 | Olubukola Popoola: Wellness Talk - Science, Nutrition & Community
Summary This conversation explores the intersection of health, nutrition, and lifestyle, focusing on the pressing health crises in Nigeria, including non-communicable diseases and infectious diseases. The discussion emphasizes the importance of nutrition in disease prevention, the impact of...
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EP 38: WEF 26 & State of the Globe -A new World Order
Title: WEF 26 & State of the Globe -A new World Order Cohost: Olugbenga Aderemi-Williams Summary In this conversation, Toheeb Azeez & Gbenga Aderemi-Williams discuss Trumps' intent to take Greenland and the implications, Trump's Board of Peace initiative, the geopolitical shifts in global...
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EP 37 | Coach Adebisi Adeeko: The SME Fast Lane: Growth, Scale & Sustainability.
Unlocking SME Growth: Strategies for Success Navigating the Challenges of Entrepreneurship Summary This conversation delves into the intricacies of starting and sustaining small and medium enterprises (SMEs). It highlights the importance of having a clear vision, understanding the challenges of...
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EP 35 | Jacob Abiodun: Coconut Waste to Inputs & Valuable Products -Domestic Capacity & Opportunities Creation.
In this powerful episode of The Lasgidi Farmer Podcast, we sat with Jacob Oluwayanmife Abiodun, founder and CEO of Coconoto, a trailblazing climate-smart agritech company revolutionizing Nigeria's coconut value chain by turning abundant agricultural waste into sustainable, high-value products....
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EP 33 | Thara Atta: Agricultural Waste for Nigeria's Sustainable Energy Security - Practicality, Opportunities & Challenges.
In this episode of The Lasgidi Farmer Podcast, we sat down with Thara Aisha Atta, Founder and CEO of Trashformas Nigeria Limited, to discuss her work converting agricultural wastes such as animal manure and crop residues into clean, affordable biogas for cooking and sustainable energy. Thara…
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EP 34 | Venezuela Crisis, Escalating Geopolitics, Global South & Sovereignty Threats
We held this urgent space on the currently ongoing Venezuela crisis and escalating geopolitics, and what it means for the sovereignty, development, energy and food security of the countries in the global south, and for and peace and prosperity of the world at large. At the onset of Trump’s 2nd...
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EP 32 | Prof. Akinbile: Policy & Practice - Translating Extension Research into Sustainable Development.
This podcast episode deliberated on the need for simple, responsive, and effective research-to-policy pathways to address Nigeria’s agricultural challenges, such as food security, rural poverty, and economic diversification. Policies are deliberate ways to bring about development. When...
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NTA Close Flow with Toheeb Azeez: Planning for a New Future - Can Agriculture become Nigeria's new Oil.
NTA Close Flow with Toheeb Azeez: Planning for a New Future - Can Agriculture become Nigeria's new Oil.
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NTA 2 Lagos Morning Ride with Toheeb Azeez | Agritech & Youth Empowerment |
Our Founder & CEO, Toheeb Azeez was on NTA 2 Lagos on the Close Flow show to discuss Agritech & Youth Employment. The Nigerian Youth population is going to reach 70 million by 2030. It would form over 26% of a 260 million projected Nigerian population in that year. Currently, there are 13 million...
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Farmilife TV on NTA 10 with Toheeb Azeez | Farming in Nigeria - Prospects & Challenges |
Our Founder & CEO, Toheeb Azeez was a Guest on Farmlife TV on NTA 10 to discuss on the topic: Farming in Nigeria - Prospects & Challenges. At the interview he stressed the need to significantly raise agriculture budget to unleash growth of the Nigerian agriculture and promote food security....
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EP 31 | Seyi Dipo-ogunleye [Seller Africa]: From Farm to Global Trade -Africa's Innovative Agrifood Value Chain Market.
From $70B Trade Deficit to Diaspora Boom: Unlocking African Agrifood Exports with Seller Africa Summary: In this powerful episode of The Lasgidi Farmer Podcast, we unpack Africa’s trade paradox with Seyi Dipo-Ogunleye, PR & Marketing Specialist at Seller Africa, the e-commerce platform connecting...
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EP 30 | FarmX: Agricultural & Livelihood Transformation through Equitable Digital Supply Chain.
This Episode is with FarmX, a digital agriculture and logistics platform, represented by its CEO and COO, Igbokwe Marvis and Adeosun Victor. Title Agricultural & Livelihood Transformation through Equitable Digital Supply Chain. Summary This conversation delves into the critical role of digital...
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EP 29 | Shuqrah Umar: Sustainable Irrigation - Adaptive Strategies against Volatility & High Irrigation cost.
This insightful conversation was urgently held in reality a changed rainfall pattern and which constituted concern as the Nigerian food system is largely rain-dependent. The Episode has as it is Gest, Shuqrah Umar, an agricultural professional with specialization in irrigation and many years of...
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EP 36 | Okon Eteobong: The Blue Economy - Accessing & Repositioning for Impact.
Dive into Nigeria’s Blue Economy in this compelling podcast discourse that unpacks the nation’s vast marine resources and strategic position in the Gulf of Guinea. Our Guest for this Episoide is Okon Eteobong Amah (The Catfishprenuer), MD/CEO PRODAVE SERVICES INTEGRATED. He is the Secretary of…
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EP 28 | Battle for the Soul of African Agrifood: Food, Seed & Land Sovereignty.
This Event "Battle for the Soul of African Agrifood: Food, Seed & Land Sovereignty." took place on Nigeria's Independence Day (October 1st, 2025). It was purposely fixed to this date as it relates to the topic of discourse -freedom from external control. It seeks to address issues that affect...
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EP 27 | Prof. Kehinde Thomas: Extension Practice in the Market Place of Development – A Fusion of Art & Science
Dive into a transformative Episode, featuring Prof. Kehinde Thomas, a leading Professor of Agricultural Extension and Rural Development at the University of Ibadan, as he explores "Extension Practice in the Marketplace of Development: A Fusion of Art & Science." This episode unravels how…
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EP 25 | Lamuye Adewale (The Nigerian Farmer): Youths in Farming -Possibilities, Challenges & Solutions
This event offers a practical guide to youths in pursuing career and undertaking business in farming and agriculture. Young people increasingly seek career in the field but it does not help that ugly and misleading narratives about the sector pervades and that the sector is currently crushing for...
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EP 26 | Sanusi Yusuf: Masterclass on Sweet Potato Production and Value chain Opportunities
Global potato demand is about 350 million metric tons today and poised to attain 383.1 million metric tons by 2030, outpacing present global supply 306 million metric tons. A growing population, specialized needs and high nutritional profile are driving demand. This presents unique opportunities...
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EP 24 | Dr. Fabian Ibeto: Reviving Local Manufacturing -Textile & Clothing, Industrial Design, Agro-textile Potential.
This podcast episode was about manufacturing sector and its integral subsector textile and clothing, seeking to promote their revival in understanding of their significance to the Nigerian economy. The manufacturing sector traditionally contributes 13% of Nigeria’s GDP, providing thousands of…
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Edutainment EP 02: Gym talks in the bedroom
Voice-acted by Toheez Azeez (husband) and Ogunbase Taiwo Khadijat (wife and wife's mother) In this episode 02 of the Lasgidi Farmer Podcast Edutainment Series, the voice actors engage in a lively drama about fitness, health, and the dynamics of male-female relationships. They explore societal...
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Thoughts on FG Proposed Fish Imports Ban with Peter Asuelimen (MD Adullam Agricultural Ventures)
As the Nigerian Government deliberates on fish importation in the week, we discussed on farm the implications of this assessing with similar directives in the past. As much as we are thoughtful about the potential improve local production and capacity we are also concerned about what could come...
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EP 17 |Productive farming and Food security with crude/small tools a delusion of possibility.
This discussion looked through the possibility of attaining agricultural prosperity and sustainable food security with small scale farming and small and crude tools drawing on successful case studies from elsewhere. The perspective was compared with large scale, commercial and mechanised farming....
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UI Lecture: Agricultural & Rural Development Journalism beyond Class & Evolving Nature
23rd June, 2025, I lectured a class of master's students at the Department of Agricultural Extension and Rural Development, University of Ibadan. I was invited by Senior lecturer, Idris Olabode Badiru to come expose the students to the evolving nature of the discipline, the increasing role of...
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EP 23 | Adebayo Adeoti: Preparing School Children for the Future of Agriculture
This event discussed the importance of future generation toward the prosperity of agriculture, food systems and sustainable food security, and preparing children toward such. The discussion held with Adebayo Adeoti who brought deep clarity and insights having been involved in transforming rural...
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Group 1: Improper Waste Disposal & Health Risk
An exercise given to MSc Students on the 23rd of June 2025 at the Department of Agricultural Extension and Rural Development, University of Ibadan, during a lecture on Agricultural and Rural Development Journalism taught by Toheeb Azeez (The Lasgidi Farmer). This particular upload is for Group 1…
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