Nigerian markets are both culturally and materially rich, and are different from markets in other parts of the world. These markets are so popular around the country that every Nigerian has heard about them at least once, and knows the what is sold in them. Here are top 10 famous markets in Nigeria and what [...]
In the long run, the key to success in a commodity business is being a low-cost producer. That advice comes from Purdue Distinguished Ag Economics Professor Michael Boehlje. “When you wake up each day, tell yourself, ‘My job today is to lower my costs,’ he says. “The only trouble is that Ukraine woke up seven [...]
Even though, exotic foods are delicious and enjoyable; once in a while, some of these foods can make you feel rootless and homesick. We know it is not easy to bring Nigerian foodstuff abroad. If you try it, you will be shocked at how people will snigger at your bags packed with Nigerian foodstuffs at [...]
Depending on where in the world you live, storing yams may be a pain for you. Especially for those who live outside Nigeria, where yams can cost a pretty penny. Buying in bulk saves you a lot of money and trips to the store. To save yourself from the pain of wasting money, these tips [...]
Water sounds common but could ruin your dream of making it big in Agriculture. We will highlight various sources of water you can depend on for your Agricultural business. Agricultural activities like crop farming, fishery, animal husbandry and poultry, are in need of regular sources of water. The success of any of these agricultural activities [...]
As soon as it became clear to Cross River State in 2012 that the Supreme Court judgment on the disputed 76 oil wells was in favour of neighbouring Akwa Ibom State, the government of then governor, Senator Liyel Imoke, looked towards the alternative of agriculture as an assured way to generate much needed revenue. In [...]
Palm oil processing business in Nigeria is a highly profitable business that you need to give serious attention. The palm oil fruit is indigenous to Nigeria. Our soil naturally grows them and they are found in the south east and south west of the country. Everyday, thousands of tonnes of palm oil is processed for [...]
Nigeria is number one in Africa on the list of countries with the largest size of arable land in hectares. It is number nine in the world. Nigeria has 30.5 million hectares of arable land (Year 2003 record). China is number one with 103.4 million hectares.This is according to nationmaster. Israel has just 317,000 hectares (2005 record). It [...]
The team at inuofebi.com visited the NFG-CS (Nigeria Farmers Group and Cooperative Society) farmers settlement centre, Maraba Gaate, Nasarawa state, Nigeria. We met with the National Coordinator of the group, Mr. Retson Tedheke, and his team. The name "Retson Tedheke" is synonymous with activism and associated with national struggles like #OCCUPYNASS and #OURMUMUDONDO. In this interview, [...]
Agribusiness is a multi-billion dollar industry. Every other sector of the economy largely hinges on agriculture in all of its different forms. It is not surprising because food is the primary source of sustenance. Since food is indispensable, any who invests in the business is often guaranteed success. Wherever you may be, the room for [...]
Like potatoes, yam is a healthy energy giving tuber that can be used to make all sorts of traditional and modern delicacies like pounded yam, yam porridge and a whole lot. Here are 6 amazing dishes you can make with yam. 1. Yamarita Yamarita is simply egg coated yam. This meal which is easy to [...]
Before the advent of crude oil, agriculture was the mainstay of Nigeria’s economy. Then, the country’s economy thrived; food was available and affordable. People, therefore, did not go hungry, except in extreme cases occasioned by a serious factor. With the oil boom era, the country and its people shifted attention from agriculture to oil and [...]
You’ve dreamed of becoming a farmer, growing food not just for yourself but for your greater community. You learn to work with the soil, and are prepared for a life of physical toil, intellectual challenges, and uncertain finances. All that’s left is to trade in your suit and tie for sturdy boots and a dilapidated [...]
Nkwobi is a cow-foot-based food originally from the south-eastern part of Nigeria. To have a taste of the Nkwobi delicacy, Nigerians usually go to exclusive restaurants and bars to place orders. However, you do not need to empty your pocket and blow your hard-earned money up in an expensive restaurant. You can prepare and enjoy [...]
Slash and burn agriculture is the act of cutting down the vegetation in an expanse of land, setting aflame the remaining foliage, and using the resultant ashes as nutrients to the soil for the use of planting food crops. The swidden (the expanse of land that has undergone slash and burn) is used for a [...]
The Vice President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo, has inaugurated a 5,000 tonnes per year cashew processing factory, FoodPro Nigeria Limited, in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital. Osinbajo Professor Osinbajo was accompanied by Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed; Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed; and Executive Director of Bank of Industry, Mr. Waheed Olagunju. The Vice President, [...]
Do you want to start a business in the agriculture/agro-allied value addition sector? If YES, here are 50 best lucrative agro processing business ideas to choose from. Do you know that Agricultural businesses are the most lucrative businesses in the World? Apart from the low-cost of start up and running the business, agricultural businesses turn [...]
Some foods are meant to go together, e.g bread and tea, pap and akara, rice and stew etc. I know we Nigerians like to combine everything in the name of food but there are certain people who take it an extra mile. I once mentioned a former neighbour who I caught drinking garri with boiled [...]
Poultry farming is profitable alright, but a lot of people still fail and incur lots of losses in this business all the same. Poultry farming has been in existence for ages and while some people have smiled to the bank and expanded their businesses, a lot of investors have blamed themselves for going into the [...]
Goat Market in Nigeria is one of the biggest in the world and people are making huge profit buying and selling goats. With the hope that you are reading this write-up in a good state of health, we welcome you to goat business. Livestock marketing is one business that has made many millionaires, and many [...]
