In
fact, the segment has been identified as the fastest growing in the food
industry. Demand for organic and fair-trade products is increasing in the
international market. Available records show a rapid increase in market share
of such products on the international markets providing real opportunities for
producers to generate incomes and increase returns on investments.
Hmmm!!!
Folks, let us say the truth and shame the devil. Many Nigerian non-oil products
exporters have been defrauded of huge amount of money in the process of
exporting agricultural commodities and solid minerals to foreign countries. Do
you know why? They were not trained on export operations, management,
documentations and the best methods of payment in export trade. This is
terrible!!! Nigerians cannot continue to lose money to foreigners in the course
of export business. Exporters, would you like to keep on being scammed? Why
don’t you get a practical manual that explains the stages of export trade from
processing and packaging of commodities to receipt of payment by the foreign
buyers? It explains export operations, export management, export documentations
and methods of payment in export trade? Yes, it is a contemporary step-by-step
guide to export trade. It tells all the contemporary dynamics in export trade.
To get it, click on the link below:
These
niche markets offer opportunities for small farmers in Nigeria. Furthermore,
these markets usually offer price premiums. More consumers are willing to pay a
higher price for the assurance that producers receive a fair price that covers
the costs of sustainable production, allows a fair remuneration of farm workers
and provides a sustainable livelihood for food producers.
Despite
emerging opportunities, few Nigerians are selling their produce on the
international market because without the requisite certificate from a
recognised certifying body, no produce is accepted as organic. http://www.tectono-business.com/2016/02/contemporary-step-by-step-guide-to.html
Also, organic and fair-trade markets demand high quality products, and farmers
need to meet the standards and face certification costs.
These
were the points at the just-concluded National Organic Agriculture Business
Summit (NOABS) held in Lagos. The summit was themed: “Organic agriculture: Abundant opportunities for health and hospitality
businesses.” The event brought farmers, scientists, extension agents, industry
members and key policy influencers together to address the challenges facing
organic agriculture and to share knowledge.
Association
of Organic Agriculture Practitioners of Nigeria (NOAN) President, Prof. Victor Olowe, said if the right
policy measures were taken, organic farming could grow tremendously, leading
to, perhaps, doubled income for farmers. With increasing considerations on
healthy food consumption, he noted that responsible and sustainable farming
emphasis on certification has become prominent.
Olowe
noted that certifications provide comparative advantage for farmers interested
in organic farming. According to him, organic product that has traceability
would possibly attract a higher price. http://www.tectono-business.com/2016/02/contemporary-step-by-step-guide-to.html
He said most farmers would need to be trained in such skills before they could
take full advantage of the emerging market.
Lead
speaker and Abayomi Farms Chief Executive, Prof.
Akin Abayomi, said a visit to his
organic farm at Ikoyi, Osun State
could be quite an eye opener. The farmland resembles the laboratory of any
agricultural scientist. He follows what is known as integrated organic farming.
Not only does he not use pesticides on the 300-acre farm, but it also comprises
many other practices such as bee keeping, biogas production, water harvesting
and composting.
A
combination of these practices is sure to make organic farming successful ecologically.
With success comes challenges, the cost of organic food is priced higher than
food grown with the use of chemicals. http://www.tectono-business.com/2016/02/contemporary-step-by-step-guide-to.html
Another problem for organic farmers,
such as Abayomi’s is that
Nigeria lacks a legal
authority procedure for
certifying organic foods.
The
challenges notwithstanding, Lagos State Agricultural Development Authority (LSADA)
Programme Manager, Dr. Olalekan Pereira
Shiteolu, said the state will continue to support organic agriculture
and to motivate farmers to adopt good
agricultural practices.
Represented
by the Deputy Director, Extension
Services, Mrs. Kosoko Enitan, the
Programme Manager said the government had taken some initiatives, including
promoting the organic farming component, to boost food production.
The
Oyo State Commissioner for Agriculture, Natural Resources and Rural
Development, Mr. Oyewole Oyewumi,
has called on erosion-prone communities to engage in organic farming to
minimise soil erosion. http://www.tectono-business.com/2016/02/contemporary-step-by-step-guide-to.html
Oyewumi
described organic farming as a method of crop and livestock production that
involves much more than choosing not to use pesticides, inorganic fertiliser,
genetically modified organisms, antibiotics and growth hormones. It, however,
provides an alternative care that promotes the health and meets the behavioural
needs of livestock.
The
commissioner said organic agriculture could reduce soil erosion by 50 per cent.
Besides, he said organic agriculture was of great importance to human, animal,
agro-production ecosystems, the environment, the farming community and society
because of its ability to keep the soil intact. (Nation)
Have you heard this? Many
Nigerian exporters have been defrauded of huge amount of money in the process
of exporting commodities to foreign countries. Do you know why? They were not
trained on export operations, management, documentations and the best methods
of payment in export trade. This is terrible!!! Nigerians cannot continue to
lose money to foreigners in the course of export business. Exporters, why don’t
you get a practical manual that teaches the stages of export trade from
processing and packaging of commodities to receipt of payment by the foreign
buyers. It teaches export operations, export management, export documentations
and methods of payment in export trade? It is a contemporary step-by-step guide
to export trade. It tells all the contemporary dynamics in export trade. To get
it, click on the link below:
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imagined how the financial status of your firm will be when more than 20,000
CEOs and other key decision makers of blue-chip corporations pay for your
products and services or even give you very juicy deals. The link below will
tell you more: http://www.tectono-business.com/2015/07/tectono-business-review-in-conjunction_21.html
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