Violent conflicts are reshaping what Nigerian farmers grow: what this means for food security

Violent conflicts are reshaping what Nigerian farmers grow: what this means for food security

Agriculture is the backbone of Africa’s economy. It provides livelihoods for over 70% of the rural population and contributes to national food security and economic development. For most rural households, farming is not just a source of income and sustenance. It also provides cultural identity and social stability. Over the past two decades, however, rural Africa has witnessed increasing levels of violent conflicts that undermine agricultural pr…