Nigeria
: Farmers like Hauwa Haruna and Aminu Abdullahi have transformed their livelihoods by adopting climate-resilient practices and modern vegetable production, inspiring their communities to do the same.
: Research suggests a massive opportunity for plant-based milk derived from local coconut, soybeans, and tigernuts to serve the lactose-intolerant population. Nigeria
: Banditry and local wildlife (like hippopotamus attacks in Gombe State) frequently disrupt farming operations and expansion plans. Emerging Opportunities and Success Stories : Farmers like Hauwa Haruna and Aminu Abdullahi
: 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. Emerging Opportunities and Success Stories : Up to
: Businesses often face "food logistics" crises, such as transporting fragile strawberries by road from Jos to Lagos, where delays can ruin half a shipment.
: Strawberries are uniquely grown in Jos , Plateau State, while states like Niger State have donated vast tracts of land (100,000 hectares) to help Lagos boost its food security. Challenges in the Supply Chain