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Motto: Trust & Integrity
Empowering Nigerian rural farmers through sustainable agriculture, collective action, and shared economic resilience.
The Iwajowa Rural Farmers Association (IRFA) is a grassroots agricultural organization transforming the lives of rural farmers across Nigeria.
Founded on Trust and Integrity, IRFA unites crop farmers, livestock keepers, fish farmers, and agribusiness entrepreneurs under one powerful mission — building a prosperous, self-sustaining farming community.
Through our pioneering Farm Settlement System, we address the total welfare of farmers and their families, from schooling for children to healthcare outreach and emergency support.

To become a leading rural farmers' association that empowers members with sustainable agricultural practices, economic resilience, and improved livelihoods for a prosperous farming community.
To promote agricultural productivity, market access, and rural development through capacity building, collective action, advocacy, and sustainable farming practices for the benefit of all members.
Increase agricultural productivity and income of members
Promote sustainable and climate-smart farming
Enhance access to agricultural inputs, finance, and markets
Build members' capacity through training and knowledge sharing
Advocate for policies and infrastructure that support rural farmers
Employ the Farm Settlement System for the total welfare of rural farmers and their families
To train and empower Nigerian rural farmers through sustainable best agricultural practices, improved productivity, collective marketing, and socio-economic development for better livelihoods.
From livestock to crop farming, IRFA members cultivate a thriving portfolio of agricultural products that feed communities and power Nigeria's rural economy.
15 animal husbandry and livestock production enterprises
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09Livestock23 crop cultivation and agro-processing enterprises
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38CropRegular training, workshops, and field demonstrations on modern farming techniques, post-harvest handling, and value addition.
Bulk purchase of quality seeds, fertilizers, agrochemicals, and equipment with linkage to veterinary services and experts.
Collective marketing, cooperative sales, agro-processing of gari, cassava flour, and palm oil. Direct market linkages.
Climate-smart practices: agroforestry, conservation farming, organic agriculture, soil fertility and water conservation.
Microcredit, grants, and agricultural insurance. Savings and thrift cooperative activities for economic resilience.
Active participation of women and youth in agribusiness and leadership with support for their enterprises.
Collaboration with government, NGOs, research institutions, and private sector for technical support and advocacy.
Welfare support via the Farm Settlement System — schools, emergency assistance, health outreach, and mutual aid.
Our pioneering Farm Settlement System addresses the complete welfare of rural farmers and their families — from building schools for children to emergency health assistance and housing support.
Building schools within farm settlements so farmers' children receive quality education without leaving the community.
Regular outreach programs providing medical screenings, vaccinations, and wellness education to farming families.
Integrated settlements where families live, work, and thrive together in organized agricultural villages.
Dedicated leaders driving the IRFA mission forward with passion and commitment to our farming communities.
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Become part of Nigeria's growing rural farming movement. Whether you're a crop farmer, livestock keeper, or agribusiness investor — there's a place for you at IRFA.
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