FG Fertilizer Distribution 2026 [NADF/FISP] – How to Register

FG 2026 fertilizer programme under NADF/FISP targets 128,930 farmers with free inputs. Learn how to register and improve your selection chances.

What Is the FG 2026 Fertilizer Distribution Programme?

The Federal Government’s 2026 fertilizer distribution programme is a nationwide intervention delivering 515,720 bags of urea and NPK fertilizer to 128,930 smallholder farmers across 25 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The programme is implemented under the National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) through the Renewed Hope Farm Input Support Programme (FISP).

Vice President Kashim Shettima flagged off the nationwide distribution in Abuja, describing it as a major step toward boosting agricultural productivity, strengthening food security, and improving farmers’ livelihoods. The programme specifically targets smallholder farmers cultivating less than 0.5 hectares of land, who form the backbone of Nigeria’s food production system. It focuses on key staple crops including rice, maize, cassava, and soybean.

Unlike many federal programmes, there is no direct online application portal where individual farmers simply fill a form and wait for approval. Beneficiaries are selected through verified farmer databases compiled at federal and state levels, using existing registration platforms and data from agricultural agencies, cooperatives, and extension services. This means farmers must take proactive steps to register on the right platforms and engage with the right institutions to improve their chances of being selected.

This distribution is part of a larger plan. President Bola Tinubu has announced that the Federal Government is on track to deliver 1.1 million metric tonnes of fertilizer in 2026 — roughly 22 million bags nationwide — making it one of the country’s largest agricultural input support initiatives in recent years. As of May 2026, Nigeria had already secured over 449,000 metric tonnes (about nine million bags) of fertilizer inputs, with several vessels discharged or in transit ahead of the wet farming season.

About NADF and the FISP Programme

The National Agricultural Development Fund was established to address agricultural financing constraints and unlock opportunities within Nigeria’s agriculture and food systems. Its mandate includes promoting agricultural development, improving food security, and supporting farmers through strategic interventions and financing programmes. NADF is led by Executive Secretary and Chief Executive Officer Mohammed Ibrahim.

FISP is one of NADF’s flagship interventions under the Renewed Hope Agenda. According to Ibrahim, FISP is not fertilizer distribution for the sake of distribution — it is targeted support designed to get fertilizer to the right farmers, for the right crops, at the right time. The programme identifies priority crops in each participating state based on comparative advantage and production potential. For example, farmers in Niger State receive support for rice, maize, and yam, while farmers in Benue State receive support for rice, yam, and soybean.

All fertilizers distributed under FISP are locally produced, supporting domestic manufacturing while reducing dependence on imports. To prevent diversion and unauthorised resale, every bag is clearly branded “Not for Sale,” and NADF has put in place monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to track productivity gains and ensure inputs reach genuine, verified beneficiaries.

NADF’s work extends beyond this single rollout. The Fund’s Farm Input Support Programme has previously delivered subsidised inputs — including up to 75 per cent subsidy on seeds, fertilizers, and crop protection products — to over 50,000 smallholder farmers nationwide across all six geopolitical zones. NADF also runs the Ginger Recovery, Advancement and Transformation for Economy Empowerment (GRATE) initiative, which has supported more than 5,000 farmers in Kaduna, Plateau, and the FCT, alongside emergency interventions for onion farmers affected by crises in Sokoto, Yobe, Borno, and Kebbi states.

Why This Programme Matters for Nigerian Farmers

Access to quality fertilizer remains one of the biggest challenges facing smallholder farmers in Nigeria. Rising input costs have squeezed farmer margins and threatened food production at a time when the country is working to address food inflation. By providing subsidised or free farm inputs, the programme seeks to boost crop yields, improve food production, reduce farming costs, and strengthen national food security.

For many rural farmers, participation can significantly improve productivity and profitability during the farming season. Each beneficiary typically receives four bags of fertilizer free of charge or at a heavily subsidised rate. Agricultural stakeholders, including the All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN), have welcomed the intervention as a timely boost for farmers grappling with high production costs.

The programme also supports broader national goals. President Tinubu has highlighted that government contracting arrangements for fertilizer inputs generated savings of approximately ₦61.58 billion in 2026, helping moderate prices and improve affordability. Nigeria now has more than 90 operational fertilizer blending plants, giving the country the largest fertilizer blending capacity in Sub-Saharan Africa and supporting local manufacturing, employment, and agricultural resilience.

Regional Distribution: Where Fertilizer Is Being Delivered

The fertilizer rollout is being implemented in phases across Nigeria’s geopolitical zones. Understanding the regional distribution can help you know when your zone is likely to be reached.

Each participating state typically receives an allocation of 20,160 bags for distribution to 5,040 farmers, with adjustments based on local conditions. The South-West zone recorded early progress, while distribution is actively expanding to other regions as the 2026 wet farming season progresses.

How Beneficiaries Are Selected

There is no direct online application portal where you submit a form and automatically qualify. Instead, beneficiaries are selected through verified farmer databases compiled at federal and state levels. The government uses existing farmer registration platforms and data provided by agricultural agencies, cooperatives, and extension services to identify eligible participants.

This means selection depends heavily on whether you are already registered in the right systems and known to the right institutions. Beneficiaries have been identified in past rollouts through partnerships between state governments and the All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN), as well as through cooperative societies and local agricultural offices. Farmers cultivating less than 0.5 hectares of land — the definition of smallholder farmers used by the programme — are the primary target group.

Steps to Improve Your Chances of Selection

While there is no guaranteed application process, farmers can take concrete steps to increase their visibility and likelihood of being included in beneficiary lists. Follow these steps to position yourself for selection.

• Step 1: Register on the National Fertilizer Management Platform (NFMP). This platform provides access to government-supported fertilizer programmes and agricultural value chain services. Visit nfmp.gov.ng/farmers (opens in a new tab) to create your profile and register your farming details.
• Step 2: Register on the National Digital Farmers Registry (NDFR). The NDFR is implemented in partnership with IFAD and Heifer International and serves as a national database of farmers and agribusiness operators. Visit ndfrplatform.ng (opens in a new tab) to register. Being listed in this national registry increases your visibility to government agencies compiling beneficiary lists.
• Step 3: Contact your State Agricultural Development Project (ADP) office. Each state has an ADP office responsible for farmer verification, extension services, and programme coordination. Visit your local ADP office, register your details if you have not already done so, and ensure your records are up to date. ADP offices play a direct role in identifying farmers for state-level allocations.
• Step 4: Join a cooperative or farmer association. Membership in recognised farmer groups and cooperatives, such as the All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN), can improve your visibility and increase the likelihood of being included in beneficiary lists submitted to government agencies. Cooperatives are frequently used as a channel for identifying and verifying genuine farmers.
• Step 5: Engage local agricultural officers. Maintain regular contact with your local government agriculture department and extension officers. These officers often assist with beneficiary verification and programme implementation at the grassroots level, and building a relationship with them can help ensure you are considered when allocations are made in your area.

What Happens After You Are Selected

Approved farmers receive fertilizer at designated distribution centres after a verification and confirmation process. You will typically be notified through your cooperative, ADP office, or local agricultural extension officer once you have been confirmed as a beneficiary. Each beneficiary commonly receives four bags of fertilizer, either completely free or at a heavily subsidised rate, depending on the specific phase of the programme.

All fertilizer bags are branded “Not for Sale” to prevent diversion. If you receive fertilizer under this programme, you are expected to use it for your own farming activities and not resell it. NADF has stated that it has robust monitoring and evaluation frameworks in place to track how the inputs are used and measure their impact on productivity and yields.

Eligibility Criteria for Farmers

While there is no formal online eligibility form, the programme’s stated criteria and past rollouts indicate the following profile of farmers who are prioritised. You should be a smallholder farmer, generally cultivating less than 0.5 hectares of land. You should be actively engaged in farming key staple crops relevant to your state or region, such as rice, maize, cassava, soybean, or yam. You should be a genuine, verifiable farmer, ideally already known to your local agricultural office, cooperative, or farmer association.

The Vice President has specifically called for transparent distribution and urged stakeholders to ensure that inputs reach intended beneficiaries, particularly women, youths, and vulnerable farmers. If you fall into these priority categories, make sure this is reflected in your registration with the NFMP, NDFR, your ADP office, and your cooperative.

Contact Information for Enquiries

If you have questions about the fertilizer programme or need guidance on registration, you can reach the National Agricultural Development Fund directly.

• Email: info@nadf.gov.ng
• Phone: +234 806 746 0173

You can also contact your State Agricultural Development Project (ADP) office or local government agriculture department for state-specific guidance and updates on when distribution will reach your area.

Final Thoughts

The FG 2026 Fertilizer Distribution Programme under NADF and FISP is one of the largest agricultural input support interventions currently underway in Nigeria, targeting 128,930 smallholder farmers with 515,720 bags of urea and NPK fertilizer across 25 states and the FCT. Because there is no single online application portal, your best strategy is to register across multiple verified channels — the NFMP, the NDFR, your state ADP office, and a recognised cooperative or farmer association — while staying actively engaged with local agricultural extension officers.

This is part of a much larger federal commitment to deliver 22 million bags of fertilizer nationwide in 2026, so more distribution phases are expected to roll out across the remaining states in the coming months. If you are a smallholder farmer, take the registration steps outlined in this article now so you are positioned for selection when your state’s allocation is announced. Share this information with fellow farmers in your community who may not be aware of how the selection process works.

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