Stephanie and Joy, two passionate Gen Z students, have discovered a deep love for farming — even though agriculture wasn’t part of their original plans.
Their enthusiasm highlights a growing interest among young people to engage in farming, but the current state of agricultural facilities at institutions like Nnamdi Azikiwe University (Unizik) and the University of Abuja leaves much to be desired.Both students agree that farming shouldn’t be stressful. However, limited access to functional and modern farming infrastructure makes it difficult for young farmers to thrive. The introduction of greenhouses and screenhouses is suggested as a practical solution to improve productivity and create a conducive environment for learning and innovation in agriculture.
If students like Stephanie and Joy had access to these advanced farming facilities, they could excel, contributing not only to their personal growth but also to tackling wider national issues such as unemployment and food security.
There’s hope that initiatives like Healthy Living With Nonye Soludo could step in to donate greenhouses to Unizik and Anambra State Polytechnic, offering critical support to enthusiastic agricultural students.
This story is personal to me, and I’m grateful to the Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development for bringing it to life — shining a light on the potential of young Nigerians in agriculture and the urgent need to equip them properly for success.
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