Overview

The National Agricultural Technology and Innovation Policy (NATIP) is a comprehensive policy document published in 2022 by the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development of Nigeria. It outlines a strategic framework to transform Nigeria's agricultural sector through technology and innovation, addressing food security, employment, and economic diversification. The policy was developed following lessons from previous agricultural policies such as the Agricultural Transformation Agenda (ATA) and the Agriculture Promotion Policy (APP). NATIP comprises multiple components including synergy among ministries, knowledge creation, rapid mechanization, establishment of an Agricultural Development Fund, revitalization of extension services, livestock development, strengthening value chains for priority crops, fisheries and marine resources development, market development, and securing agricultural land and investments. Cross-cutting strategies cover rural infrastructure, nutrition, export standardization, digital and climate-smart agriculture, agricultural lending and insurance, data management, access to quality inputs, sustainable use of land and water, women and youth inclusion, national food reserves, and cooperative revitalization. The policy implements results-based monitoring and evaluation across crops, livestock, and fisheries subsectors. Implementation structures include a National Steering Committee on Agriculture, National Implementation Committee, Technical Working Committee, and state and local government committees. Risks and mitigation strategies are also outlined. The document emphasizes agro-ecological zone-based development opportunities, covering mangrove swamps, tropical rain forest, derived savannah, Guinea savannah, and dry savannah.

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