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: Nigeria is the world's top producer of cassava (cultivated in all 36 states), yams , and kolanut.

Nigeria is a global agricultural powerhouse, currently leading the world in the production of . While the nation is frequently recognized for its crude oil exports, its agricultural sector has seen a staggering 256.9% growth in export value recently, reaching ₦4.44 trillion. This "green" narrative is driven by a mix of small-scale farmers—who make up about 90% of producers—and high-profile investors like Aliko Dangote . The Landscape of Production Nigeria

: The current cold storage deficit represents a projected $5.9 billion investment opportunity by 2030 for private players looking to fix the supply chain. : Nigeria is the world's top producer of

: Up to 50% of fresh produce—worth over ₦3.5 trillion annually—is lost due to poor road networks and a critical lack of cold chain storage. This "green" narrative is driven by a mix

: High-quality cocoa beans are the leading agricultural export, valued at over ₦836 billion, followed by shelled cashew nuts and sesamum seeds.

: Research suggests a massive opportunity for plant-based milk derived from local coconut, soybeans, and tigernuts to serve the lactose-intolerant population.

: Businesses often face "food logistics" crises, such as transporting fragile strawberries by road from Jos to Lagos, where delays can ruin half a shipment.