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Developments In The Agricultural Sector During The Fourth Quarter Of 1987, Central Bank Of Nigeria Cbn
Developments In The Agricultural Sector During The Fourth Quarter Of 1987, Central Bank Of Nigeria Cbn
Economic and Financial Review
With the emergence of the dry season and harmattan in most parts of the country, very little farming activity took place during the fourth quarter of 1987. Rather, some northern states, namely, Bauchi, Niger and Sokoto reported serious drought with grasshopper infestations which damaged thousands of hectares of farm crops. However, a total of 124,788 metric tonnes of fertilizers were distributed to farmers across the country in preparation for the next farming season. This figure represents a decrease of 41.6 per cent over the level in the preceding quarter.
Statistics (June 1987), Central Bank Of Nigeria Cbn
Statistics (June 1987), Central Bank Of Nigeria Cbn
Economic and Financial Review
This is a statistical representation of economic activities in Nigeria in June 1987
Developments In The Agricultural Sector During The Second Quarter Of 1987, Central Bank Of Nigeria Cbn
Developments In The Agricultural Sector During The Second Quarter Of 1987, Central Bank Of Nigeria Cbn
Economic and Financial Review
The widespread concern expressed about possible adverse effects of late arrival of rains abated slightly towards the end of the quarter. This was because in the south, middle belt and sudan savannah regions, the level of rain allowed early crops like maize, yam, groundnut and vegetables to be planted, nurtured and in some cases harvested. In the northern parts of the country, especially the sahelian zones, farmers experienced their first rains which facilitated land preparation activities as well as plan ting, especially in Kaduna, Bomo and Sokoto states. A total of 130, 952.35 tonnes of fertiliser were discharged at the …
Statistics (March 1987), Central Bank Of Nigeria Cbn
Statistics (March 1987), Central Bank Of Nigeria Cbn
Economic and Financial Review
This is a statistical representation of economic activities in Nigeria in March, 1987