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Funding Agriculture, Growing Prosperity
In the landscape of Nigeria's growth, the National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) stands as a pillar of transformation. "Funding Agriculture, Growing Prosperity" encapsulates the NADF's mission to elevate the nation's agricultural standards and secure its food future.
Read more to know who we are.Our Mandate
To Support Growth in The Nigerian Agriculture Sector by Facilitating Access to Finance and Driving Transformative Growth
- 01BRIDGING THE FUNDING GAP: RELIABLE RESOURCES, STABLE GROWTH
NADF provides a consistent stream of financing to bridge the gap for Nigerian agriculture, fostering long-term stability through diverse funding sources
- 02CULTIVATING FOOD SECURITY AND TRANSFORMATION: BOOSTING PRODUCTION, MODERNIZING THE FUTURE
NADF supports increased food production across various value chains while promoting the adoption of modern technologies and practices for a transformed agricultural sector
- 03FACILITATING ACCESS TO FINANCE FOR FARMERS: TAILORED SOLUTIONS, EASIER ACCESS
NADF designs financial products specifically suited to farmers' needs, alongside loan guarantee programs, to ease access to financing through established lending channels
- 04STRENGTHENING THE AGRICULTURAL ECOSYSTEM: INVESTING IN KNOWLEDGE, BUILDING RESILIENCE
NADF goes beyond finance, supporting research initiatives, capacity building programs, and market information systems, while empowering local agricultural development through special zones and offices
- 05COLLABORATION FOR SUCCESS: WORKING TOGETHER FOR IMPACT
NADF fosters collaboration with stakeholders like ministries, research institutions, and private investors to leverage expertise and resources for achieving food security and a thriving agricultural sector
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FAQs
Do You Have Questions About NADF? Explore Our Frequently Asked Topics
- 01What's NADF all about?
NADF is here to empower Nigerian agriculture! We focus on boosting production, helping small farmers thrive, ensuring food security for everyone, encouraging sustainable practices, and backing research for a better agricultural future.
- 02How can NADF help me financially?
Yes, NADF can provide finance through financial institutions, including microfinance banks, cooperative societies, organizations, farmer groups, and institutions to individual farmers as well as corporate bodies, on appropriate soft terms. Those interested should look out for information on our website and social media handles on available programmes and application process.
- 03Does NADF only support crops?
Not at all! We support crop production, livestock farming, fisheries, and even agro-processing. Our goal is to see the entire agricultural sector flourish and ensure a stable food supply for all.
- 04Where does NADF's money come from?
NADF is funded through a mix of sources. The government allocates funds, generous donors contribute, loan repayments come back in, and even the agricultural activities we support generate revenue that gets reinvested.