AATF Urges Nigerian Farmers to Adopt Hybrid Seeds to Boost Yields

The African Agricultural Technology Foundation has urged Nigerian farmers to move from open-pollinated seeds to hybrid varieties such as Tela maize to improve yields, lower unit production costs, and support food security. During a visit to Kaduna State, the foundation’s vice chairman, Sylvia Kyeyune, said many farmers rely on large farmland instead of maximising output per acre. She said hybrid seeds can produce three to five times more yield than open-pollinated varieties when used with similar land, labour, and other inputs. The foundation said it is using demonstration farms, free seed samples, farmer training, radio campaigns, extension agents, and engagement with policymakers to increase adoption. It also called for stable prices and reliable markets to encourage farmers who invest in improved seeds.

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