Farmforte

With the pandemic-induced disruption in global supply chains, the demand for ginger has spiked. A 400% price increase over the past year has boosted Nigeria's production.

The country's superior ginger quality and the existing high export market demand, have instigated significant ginger production on our farms. We are currently cultivating 3 hectares of the produce every two months, and we are primed to harvest almost 9 hectares of ginger by the end ofthe year.

To stay up to date about all our produce, visit linktr.ee/Farmforte

Similar to the kernels, cashew nut shells have a range of benefits, and serve as a valuable raw material for various applications.

The shell oil can be used for friction linings, paints, varnishes, and more. Studies have also shown that the nutshell liquid is an important and powerful bio-oil, whose calorific value is comparable to petroleum oils.

As a biofuel, cashew shells help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. We are currently testing the conversion of our cashew nut shells at our pilot cashew processing facility into cashew nut shell liquid. To reduce waste, we have also used the shells for the beautification of some of our locations.

Why do we need to empower smallholder farmers? Smallholder farmers are major players in transforming global food systems and achieving food security.

Currently, ‘’a third of the world's food is produced by smallholder farmers,’’ (FAO), and to improve food production and provide economic opportunities for these farmers, access to markets, finance, infrastructure, and improved growing techniques are required.

With our outgrower scheme, we are able to train and work with thousands of farmers to boost productivity and sustainable economic growth. This scheme includes utilising innovative technology to drive greater access to input, best practices, credit financing, and markets.

To learn more about how we are supporting smallholder farmers, read our impact report here: linktr.ee/Farmforte

How can businesses in sub-Saharan Africa and the Gulf Co-operation Council build closer economic ties in a post-pandemic era?

This Economist Intelligence Unit report is based on a survey of 200 senior executives across sub-Saharan Africa from different sectors on their business performance, challenges, and solutions during the pandemic.

In the report, our co-CEO, Osazuwa Osayi, speaks about the gap in household food consumption and production in Nigeria, as well as potential opportunities for collaboration. Read the full report here: https://linktr.ee/Farmforte.