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Yesterday, I mentioned that our pepper plants are experiencing abortions.
For those who don't know, in horticulture, 'abortion' refers to premature flower or fruit drop, which hinders plant development.

These are the common causes:
1. Insufficient pollination
2. Water stress
3. Nutrient deficiencies
4. Pests or diseases
5. Poor spacing

In our case, poor spacing is the cause, and the farm manager is to be blamed.

This is today's photos and videos of our Bell Pepper and Habanero Pepper project. The
plants are doing alright. But we're facing a challenge with flower/fruit abortion, just like someone pointed out in the comments section.

Despite this setback, the plants' overall health looks good. We'll continue monitoring and adjusting our care strategies.

Any advice or insights from fellow gardeners / farmers are welcome.

#iykbethanyFarms
#iykbethanyGroup
#HabaneroPepper
#BellPepper


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1wcLU82tU10?si=YUae4kckbD05uETr

ikuku:


I am interested in cultivating Malaysian supergene oil palm. What is the cost of a seedling, and how can I obtain at least 500 seedlings?

I mentioned all of this in the post. I bought from a company in Enugu @2,200 Naira.

The moderators will not like the idea of mentioning the company name and I also don't like to connect people to people to protect my name. If something goes wrong I will be blamed.

You can search online there are hundreds of people selling Malaysian Supergene oil palm seedling in Nigeria.

I got these chemicals today, (STRONG FORCE and HALAKAT) for TRIPS treatment.

solacong:


this is massive, so technically speaking open field farming is the best?

Besides, I am learning stuff about farming, I intend to start something when I have the funds, can I reach out to learn about your greenhouse setup above?

Open-field farming is a more cost-effective in my opinion because greenhouse farming comes with a hefty price tag.

Also, greenhouses are typically used for cultivating exotic crops like habanero peppers and bell peppers. However, if we're talking about the common red pepper used in everyday cooking, then open-field farming is the more suitable and preferred method, and that's the approach the man in question is taking.

you can contact me anytime you want to learn anything about this greenhouse project. I'm more active on FB with the same username.

okoroemeka:
just the picture is enough for a farmer with 30 yrs experience,that seedlings is not more than 40 days old and the leaves are barely more than 30cm away from each other,it is ok if it is bell pepper due to their smaller non branching size,but for habanero,it will be a very tight spacing,I am just saying from experience,we are currently seeing such problems at a similar client farm in owerri,they followed goggle farm recommendation of 50cm by 60cm spacing it was a disaster

That's why we are all here brother man, to learn. This is a pilot project so mistake is inevitable but they will be corrected when we go into mass production.

I recently met someone who relocated from Europe a few years ago to start farming. He said he has made over 80million Naira from pepper and tomatoes this year. The normal pepper, so he used open fields. Its more economical instead of spending millions on greenhouses. He sees greenhouse and exotic pepper farming as waste of time and money. His pepper farm in river state has generators and 7 boreholes. Massive farm.

I'm currently studying his template.

okoroemeka:
very impressive work,I hope you are not using that spacing I am seeing for habanero,it is good for bell peppers but habaneros is a different ball game,that spacing will reduces the total yield and production of habanero by 50-60%

My manager used the same spacing. He said we can expect the same yield gotten from 10x50 to be the same with 10x30.

The guy is a uniport student who has managed some other farms before we recruited him, so I believe him.

Since you are an expert I also believe you but even if the spacing is wrong I don't want to stress myself thinking about it, I'm already going through alot. I nor wan get High blood pressure bro.

This is a pilot project bros, and I expect some mistakes here and there, and that's why I'm documenting everything.

This aluu project is not that big, our main farm is in imo state where we have over 100 farmland dedicated to different cashcrops Oil palm, banana, plantain, cassava, yam, maize, cucumbers, pineapples, etc.

We are experimenting with pepper and tomatoes this year, and by next year, we hope to go into large-scale farming of these two if we have the funds.

This is what they looked like as at 2 days ago.

IGBOPROMISE1:
Just forget anything governance in Imo until the cretinous thug presently piloting its affairs leaves the scene! The enemies of Ndigbo placed him their to help entrench their hegemonic control over Ndigbo and our resources!

The so called supreme court is yet to deliver final judgement on the last gubernatorial election in the state. Don't hold your breath that their judgement would herald a fresh new dawn for Ndi-Imo!

But why can't we kick corrupt politicians out of office even if they were installed by satan 🤔

A local government chairman in Lagos state built and commissioned these beautiful 170 units of 3 bedroom apartments last week.

This follows his achievement from last year, when he built and launched 101 two-bedroom flats in this same LGA.

But in my dear Imo state, one man is pocketing our LG allocations and no one is talking. For example, my local government receives over 140 Million Naira every month from the Federal government but go round the state there's no school, road or health centre constructed in any local government in imo state within the last 5 years. Not even a pit toilet.

Over the past two years, I've traveled across nearly all the senatorial zones in Imo State, from Mbano to Mbaise, Orlu, Ikeduru, Mbaitolu, Ohaji, Okigwe, and beyond. Unfortunately, I haven't come across a single project completed in any of the LGAs. Most of the roads in the LGA's are in terrible condition, practically impassable. Apart from the three federal roads currently being reconstructed—Okigwe, Orlu, and Mbaise Road, I haven't seen any other road projects in any LGA across Imo State.

Imo state allocations has increased more than 40% under Tinubu, yet there's nothing to show for it.

Owerri used to be a top tourist destination but currently most people are scared of visiting Owerri and many businesses have relocated. I relocated some of my businesses from Owerri to other states because of insecurity.

It's disheartening to see the stark contrast in local governance between Lagos and Imo states. In Lagos state, local government chairmen are in serious competition. Over there LGA chairmen build schools, health centres, roads bridges, etc, but in the East, the state governors pocket LGA allocations and the citizens are not talking.

Dear Igbo youths, the root cause of our problem lies with our Igbo representatives - from house assembly members to senators and governors.

After looting our commonwealth, they tell their followers that our problem is Hausa, Fulani or Yoruba which is absolute rubbishh.

I don't have any issues with any tribe, Hausa, Fulani, Yoruba, or anyone else. My problem is with bad politicians because if our senators and governors are doing their jobs nobody will even remember FG or Abuja.

I urge Igbo citizens to demand accountability and transparency from our leaders.

Let's all shun tribalism and demand for transparency and accountability. Ndewonu

This was long time ago at the pineapple farm that failed due to lack of supervision.

https://iykbethanygistville.com/2020/09/10/farming-agriculture-in-nigeria-my-journey-so-far/

The reconstructed tank stand
I found out its cheaper to use cement, iron rods and blocks. And the best part, its cheaper too...

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As an entrepreneur, I’ve always looked for ways to invest in the agricultural sector because agriculture offers more than just business opportunities. It's a way to create jobs, generate wealth, and contribute to food security. 

I ventured into agriculture many years ago to create jobs, create wealth and food security so iykbethany farms is a project that is very important to me, but the journey hasn't been easy at all. There have been trials and errors along the way and I have been documenting everything so others can learn from the process, my mistakes and struggles.

I already have other farms for banana, plantains, oil palm and pineapples but one other venture that really caught my eye was greenhouse farming due to its immense potential to improve crop yields and maximize the use of limited land.

 Here is a link to my journey with Malaysian Supergene Oil Palm Seedlings: https://www.nairaland.com/8190065/sowing-future-journey-1000-malaysian#131594024

The Decision to Venture into Greenhouse Farming
The idea to invest in greenhouse farming came from my observation of Nigeria's agricultural sector.
Agriculture remains a critical part of our economy, yet many farmers still rely on traditional open-field farming, which is vulnerable to weather fluctuations, pest infestations, and inconsistent crop yields. With greenhouse farming, I saw an opportunity to leverage controlled environments to optimize crop growth, especially for high-value crops like habanero peppers.

Initial Setup and Consultation
The first year I ventured into agriculture, I went into Plantain and cassava farming without consulting any professional so the project failed woefully. So these days I do a lot of research and I consult widely. Since greenhouse farming was a new venture for me, I knew that consulting an expert was critical to ensuring the project's success. So I turned to a greenhouse expert I met on Nairaland. After several discussions, I hired him to oversee the construction of the greenhouses and other necessary infrastructure on the farm.

The project plan included:
Setting up two greenhouses: One dedicated to habanero peppers (Habanero F1) and the other for bell peppers (Hercules F1 red and Abbey F1 yellow).

Constructing a water tank stand: This would support two large water tanks that were crucial for the irrigation system.
However, it wasn’t long before we encountered a significant setback.

Unfortunately, the tank stand collapsed on the very day we filled the tanks with water. It turned out that the contractor used inferior materials, specifically low-quality metal, for the structure. As a result, the tank stand could not support the weight of the filled tanks, leading to its collapse.

Damage and Financial Losses
When the tank stand collapsed, the two water tanks were severely damaged, leaving them unusable. This resulted in unexpected financial losses, as I had to buy two new water tanks.

Moreover, the entire tank stand had to be reconstructed from scratch but this time I used manual labour and I decided to use blocks and cement. 

The total damage and reconstruction costs included:
The cost of buying two new water tanks.
The expense of reconstructing the tank stand with stronger, more reliable materials—this time, I opted for a tank stand made from concrete blocks and cement instead of metal.

Lessons Learned from the Setback
While the setback with the water tank stand was a major hurdle, it also taught me several valuable lessons about managing a greenhouse farming project. As an entrepreneur, it’s essential to not only focus on the potential profits but also to be mindful of the process, quality of materials, and the people involved in the project. Also, I have found out that water tank stands made of block and cement are stronger than those made of metals. And it is cheaper as well. 

After completing the greenhouse construction, I decided to hire a farm manager/agronomist to help oversee the operations. I will never repeat the mistakes I made years ago when I planted cassava and other crops without proper supervision. So I found someone from UNIPORT who had the knowledge and skills I was looking for. Since he’s still a student at Uniport, he requested free furnished accommodation on the farm, along with cooking utensils, to make it convenient for him to manage the farm while continuing his studies.  

This is a pilot project so I am still learning and documenting the whole process. 

Phase 1: Seed Germination and Nursery
- Raised 1,000 seeds each of red and yellow bell peppers and habanero peppers- Germination occurred after 7 days- Nursery duration: 28 days before transplanting

Phase 2: Farm Preparation
- Cleared the farm
- Created ridges
- Installed irrigation system
- Opened holes for planting
- Applied manure and NPK 15.15.15 fertilizers

Phase 3: Transplanting and Greenhouse Setup
- Transplanted seedlings into two greenhouses:   
- Habanero F1   
- Bell Pepper (Hercules F1 red and Abbey F1 yellow)
- Set up:   
- Binding wire (upper and lower lines)   
- Staking rope

Feeding Pattern
- Week 1: Plain water
- Week 2: Nitrogen application
- Week 3: Calcium nitrate application
- Week 4: Potassium nitrate application

Conclusion
Greenhouses are a valuable tool for improving agricultural productivity in Nigeria, especially for crops like habanero peppers and bell peppers. By providing a controlled environment, greenhouses help farmers overcome the challenges of traditional farming, such as unpredictable weather and pests. The structured approach to farming, from seed germination to transplanting and feeding, ensures high yields and quality produce.

Most Nigerians do not know that the reason foodstuffs are expensive is because of insecurity in the North. Northern Nigeria is our food basket but sadly bandits and terrorists are attacking farmers on a daily basis. In some Northern states, farmers cannot access their farms without paying hefty ramson to bandits and there is no guarantee you will come back alive even after paying the ransom.
If the government can tackle insecurity, food prices will drop dramatically.

Maryam1234:
New groundnut 140k
New corn 85k
All 26 Bucket
Harvest continue....

Location is Madalah Niger State
Nationwide delivery ✅
07068255790 Call/Watsapp

Hello do you supply outside your state? can you supply to Port Harcourt or Imo State?

Sammyli:
That great brother. By Gods grace it will yield good fruit.

many thanks

iHart:
Where can I get the Malaysian supergene and how do I tell that what i get is the supergene and not tenera?

That's Exactly why I didn't buy years ago. I saw someone on twitter, their family owns the biggest nursery in Enugu. I followed them for months, saw lots of testimonies and works done. Then I gave it a try.

However, I do not link people to people so tomorrow if someone goes wrong I will be blamed. I do not sale palm seedlings, you can do your own independent research and buy from whoever you like.

We recently planted 1,000 Malaysian Supergene oil palm seedlings at iykbethany Farms Ltd. Our goal is to plant 5,000 Malaysian Supergene seedlings within 3 years.

Some of the Tenera oil palm seedlings we planted 4 years ago have started fruiting. Agroblessing (beboy23) from nairaland handled that Tenera project as well as our pineapples, bananas and plantain and greenhouse projects.

Tomorrow I will talk about my journey with the greenhouse project so far.

I got into agriculture to create jobs, create wealth and food security.

Iykbethany Farms is a project that is very important to me, but the journey hasn't been easy at all. There have been trials and errors along the way.

I'm documenting everything so others can learn from the process, struggles, and mistakes.

For those who want to know the difference between Nigerian Tenera and Malaysian Supergene:

- Supergene seedling (Malaysian Dwarf Oilpalm) takes 6-8 months to flower and 2-3 years to fruit, while Tenera fruits in 4-5 years.
- Malaysian Supergene oil palm seedling is the most Productive Oil Palm Hybrid worldwide.
- Supergene oil palm seedling is more disease-resistant compared to Tenera.
- Malaysian Supergene oil palm seedling has a higher Oil-to-Bunch Ratio, more than 25%, bigger seeds, thinner shells, and smaller kernels compared to Tenera.

Generally speaking, Malaysian Supergene oil palm seedling is much better. The nuts are bigger, the productivity is higher, and the waiting period before production is greatly reduced.

A nursery in Enugu handled this Malaysian Supergene seedling project. We bought one seedling @2,200 Naira.

If I missed anything, I will add it later.

#supergeneoilpalm #supergene #tenera #iykbethanyfarms

Yes I can give you 50 stands but you will have to come to the farm to collect them. There's too much demand for the nurseries so please come today or tomorrow.

Our farm is in Aluu, Port Harcourt

🌶️Fresh Pepper Nurseries for Sale! 🌶️
We have vibrant and healthy Bell Pepper and Habanero Pepper nurseries 🌱available for sale!

Age: 1 month and 6 days old
Types: Bell Pepper and Habanero Pepper (Yellow and red colours)
Quality: Strong, disease-free and ready to be transplanted.
Quantity: Habanero Pepper 2,550 stands, Bell Pepper 1,556 stands
Location: Aluu, Port Harcourt.

Perfect for gardeners and commercial growers looking to add some flavor to their crops.

Why Choose IykBethany Farms Pepper Nurseries?

✅ Strong and healthy growth
✅ Ready for immediate transplanting
✅ Ideal for boosting your pepper production

Phone/Whatsapp: 09037110640
Email: iykbethany@gmail.com

Ordering Instructions:

To ensure a secure and transparent transaction, we require all customers to:

1. Visit our farm in person
2. Inspect the pepper nurseries to your satisfaction
3. Make payment directly to us
4. Collect your purchased nurseries on the spot

By following these steps, we can guarantee a scam-free experience for both parties.

We look forward to welcoming you to IykBethany Farms.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to grow your own exotic delicious peppers!

#PepperNurseries #BellPepper #HabaneroPepper #iykbethanyFarms

KLEINBASS:


We also don’t want you any more we are tired of the parasites from Nigeria with all their scamming am crimes

I don't blame you at all, I blame bad government otherwise why would a Nigerian go to dubai or south Africa to look for work? And you ignorantly tagged all Nigerians scammers? What An idiot. Should I tag all South Africans HIV carriers?

BTW, why are you so obsessed with Nigeria? This post is about UAE, not South Africa.

Since you hate nigerians so much Why are you always attacking Nigerians on a Nigerian forum?

I urge Nigerians to boycott UAE/Dubai and their visa requirements. It's outrageous for the UAE government to demand $10,000 in bank statements and a non-refundable fee of N640,000 to verify that you the applicant is honest. This is an insult.

Dubai/UAE is an Arab country, that offers nothing spectacular for business or pleasure.

For tourism, Africa has better and cheaper alternatives like Kenya, Tanzania, Egypt, and South Africa, which offer richer experiences at a lower cost.

Most of Dubai's tourist attractions are man-made.

For business, China and Vietnam are more affordable and efficient options. I've imported goods from various countries, including Dubai, China, Vietnam, India, and Turkey, and know that most goods sold in Dubai are made in China, making it cheaper to import from Vietnam and China.

Let's treat the UAE like they don't exist. The UAE imposed a travel ban on Nigerians two years ago, but Qatar has taken a different approach and welcomed Nigerians with open arms.

So, if you must visit an Arab country, consider Qatar, which is just an hour from Dubai, equally beautiful, and offers easier visa processing. If you think Dubai airport is fine, wait till you see Doha Airport, which has been named the world's best airport.
Save yourselves some dignity my people

Few Facts about the UAE Visa Requirements for Nigerian passport holders.

1. You need to have 6 months proof of having $10,000 in your account.
2. Proof of round trip paid upfront.
3. Proof of hotel accommodation that is paid upfront.
4. Obtain a non refundable Document Verification Number (DVN) at a cost of N640, 000 and this is valid for just 14 days after which it expires.

#iykbethany #iykanthony

I've been researching about this current Iran/Israel crisis and found the following

1. Financial war: Irans $60m attack was defended with $1B, burning a hole in the Israeli economy.


2. Iran did not use its latest technology or hypersonic missiles to attack, whilst Israel showcased their latest self defence missile technology, causing iran to improve for their next attack.

3. Failure of the Iron dome: even with the help of US and Jordanian air defences, 7-15 missiles hit vital military infrastructures (like runways) causing direct loses to the zionists army.

4. Irans might: a clear message was sent to the entire world that the equation has changed now, Iran has the ability to attack wherever and whenever they want.

Spybradd:

It's someone like you who will do absolutely nothing when a fellow man like you beat up your younger brother or sister cos you are afraid to fight 😁
You will even greet and thank the bully for beating him 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

Intelligent people make their points without insults or name calling but cowards must expose their ignorance and stupidly even in public.

Spybradd:

The power grid in ya country have collapsed again and paint of gari is about #2500+. I am sure you don't have light at home and perhaps you may not have had lunch but another country's wahala na you carry for head.. nigerian

Even in war torn countries people still discuss politics, business, investments, current affairs etc.

Since you have nothing meaningful to say why not ignore the post? Who told you that I'm even in Nigeria and who even depends on your national grid for power supply? Almost everyone owns more than 2 generators in Norwegia and it's not me who will fix your country. Hold your leaders accountable. Take your anger to the right channels, I'm not responsible for your frustration

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100millionGoal:


Mumu all over Nairaland

No matter how strong a country is, they're only as strong as their allies.

Even USA or Russia can't win a war against Iran without allies directly or indirectly.

Na who be the mumu? Wetin bring insult into this topic? If you haven't got anything positive to say why not ignore? Must you comment on every topic?

I'm aware Israel possesses sophisticated military hardwares but why did they need the help of ....

1. The Almighty United States
2. Several European Countries
3. The United Kingdom
4. France
5. Saudi Arabia
6. Jordan etc

To Help Protect Them and Defend Against About 350 Drones and Cruise Missiles from Iran?

Does it mean the iron dome is no longer capable of intercepting cruise missiles or what?

Someone with a military knowledge should please explain this.

I am passionate about seeing Nigeria succeed. My stance is that Nigeria needs a robust leadership that transcends tribal and religious affiliations. A leadership that can drive the nation towards greatness and prosperity.

Here are some of Tinubu policies that I like..

1. Removal of Fuel subsidy (I support it bc it was hijacked by crooks). And majority of the subsidised Fuel was being smuggled to Cameron, Niger and other neighbouring countries.

2  Removal of forex subsidy (It was hijacked by crooked bank executives that many of you call role models and philanthropists. 
3. Implementation of the Oronsaye report

However, I must mention that the removal of the fuel subsidy was executed without proper planning. The government should have conducted a thorough analysis of the situation before implementing the policy. The government's actions sometimes appear inconsistent.

I believe that Nigeria's top priority is to improve security across the nation. Security is essential for economic prosperity, and insecurity is the primary reason for the high cost of food and other commodities.

Farmers are often attackedd and killedd by banditss and terroristt groups such as Boko Haram. Therefore, the government needs to develop effective security measures to safeguard citizens' lives and property.

It is essential to note that poverty is a significant contributor to insecurity. Therefore, the government must focus on improving the economy to tackle poverty.

Handing out cash to the poor is not a sustainable solution, as the funds rarely reach the intended beneficiaries. Buhari administration allocated billions for poor Nigerians through the Humanitarian ministry but the money was looted.

So instead of repeating this mistake, the Tinubu administration should invest in measures that will promote economic growth and development.

In my humble opinion, these are few of the several things Tinubu should do to move the nation towards greatness:

1. Address insecurity.
2. Reduce the cost of governance.
3. Ban foreign medical trips for all political office holders. This will help develop our medical sector.
4. Appointments should be based on merit, not sentiment. Only a few ministers, such as Wike, Dave Umahi, and the interior minister, are performing well. The rest are below par.

God bless Nigeria 🙌

NaijaGoBetter2:
So you want to block the accounts to get some fat money to share after they kill him?

If you truly like your brother, his freedom should be priority not how to block accounts.

Please take your bitterness to the right quarters, I'm not responsible for your frustration.

Why comment on a post if you have nothing reasonable to say. What makes you think he has some fat money in his account in the first place and who told you we are interested in his money.

You have no idea what moves we are making to get him out ASAP. While that's happening it is good idea to block his account numbers, phone lines, atm cards etc because they are currently in the hands on criminals.

There are many cases where kidnapped victims bank accounts and ATM cards were used for illegal activities. His safety is paramount but we are making sure he doesn't face more problems when he's out. You really don't know what criminals can do with your phone number and bank account, whether there is money in the account or not.

1. I've got many bank codes but none worked. On Google some codes were listed for account blocking but when you try those codes it turns out to be online banking codes. Very annoying. Why put those codes online if it doesn't work?

2. Finally I was able to get through to customer service but I was told I can't call on behalf of somebody without police report/ affidavit. So customer service option won't work.

3. His wife has reported to the police so they will take it up from there. For those that are asking, I won't mention his location for his safety.

atiku4President:
Why not call the bank involved.

I've been calling customer service they’ve not picked yet. I've been on the line for ages. I'm exploring different options. Maybe someone here might help