An Overview of Agricultural Mechanization and Its Environmental Management in Nigeria

Abstract

Nigeria’s agriculture requires a very strong boost because of increasing population and decreasing land resources due to environmental factors. This paper discussed the dynamics of agriculture and the important role of mechanization in providing the needed boost. The national agricultural policies and their impact on Nigeria’s agriculture were highlighted emphasizing the previous and present roles of various organs of the government. After discussing the assets and liabilities of Nigeria’s agriculture, the paper posits that the agricultural environment must be properly managed for sustainable agricultural productivity in view of emerging information technology. The future expectations and challenges facing the Nigerian agricultural engineers, agriculturists, scientists and environmentalists were also highlighted.