By Lanre Shodimu
The need to digitalize the agricultural sector to keep pace with modern agricultural practices and boost food production in Nigeria has become imperative. Initiatives to achieve this are gaining momentum in the country. For instance, MyAgroPadi, a fast-growing digital-first agricultural platform, has further strengthened its mission to empower grassroots farmers by hosting a free, high-impact agricultural workshop in partnership with the Sarah Avwomakpa Foundation.
According to a report by Punchonline on August 19th, 2025, the founder of MyAgroPadi, O’Tega Teminor, stated that the move is aimed at revolutionizing Nigeria’s agricultural sector to achieve food security in the country. This effort underscores the importance of digitalization in modernizing agriculture and improving productivity.
According to him, MyAgroPadi, empowerment is reshaping the agricultural landscape by giving farmers access to the tools, knowledge, and networks they need to thrive.
The workshop according to Punchonline brought together over 250 rural farmers from Warri and surrounding communities, providing them with hands-on training in modern farming techniques, agribusiness management, and post-harvest handling.
Participants also received essential agricultural inputs, including improved seedlings, to help boost yields for the current planting season.
While built on a robust digital platform, MyAgroPadi also prioritises offline outreach, ensuring even farmers with limited internet access can benefit.
Through its platform, MyAgroPadi provided the farmers with free farmland coaching, training, and mentorship from agricultural experts, direct online access to off-takers via its marketplace, cutting out middlemen and increasing profits.
Funding opportunities and agricultural inputs to expand production and improve quality.
Teminor highlighted the platform’s long-term vision, saying that “Technology is just the starting point; the real value comes from creating a network of farmers who are skilled, well-resourced, and connected to reliable markets. This workshop is another step towards building sustainable farming communities across Nigeria.”
The report stated further that Farmers also benefited from expert sessions delivered by Dr Okpidi Ebireri, an agricultural scientist specialising in soil management and crop optimisation; Mr Sunday Oyoroko, an agribusiness expert and team lead at Sunlite Foods & Sunlite Agro Services, focusing on post-harvest handling and market access; and Engr Anthony Eduvie, an agricultural engineer and agribusiness consultant, specialising in farm planning, cost management, and profitability.
In addition, Uyi Ogbeifun, representing the Nigeria Incentive-Based Risk Sharing System for Agricultural Lending, addressed participants on how to access funding to grow their farm businesses.
The event also featured the senator representing the Delta Central Senatorial District. Senator Ede Dafinone, Rev. Francis Waive – Member, House of Representatives for Ughelli/Udu Federal Constituency, Ada Val Arenyeka, Esq. – Commissioner of Agriculture, Delta State.
The initiative according to Punchonline reinforces MyAgroPadi’s reputation as a bridge between modern agricultural innovation and rural realities, ensuring that no farmer is left behind in the journey toward food security and economic growth.
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