Agro commodity trade have undoubtedly played a crucial role in boosting the growth of Nigerian economic and other sub Saharan countries. It has created opportunity for investment in the commodities value chain. And as reviewed in the first part article, the policies and programs initiated for the positive expansion and development of the agricultural sector. NATIPP is a program jointly launched by the...
The agro commodity is structured to effect productivity: The history of agriculture in Nigeria can be traced back to the pre-colonial era, subsistence agriculture dominance became evident on the evening of European colonial rule in Nigeria. This industry featured in food production and self-reliance on food supply. Significantly, beans, cashew, groundnuts, cassava, melon, palm oil, rubber, plantains,...
There is the trend of sprinkling sesame seeds on bagels, burger buns, salads, and breadsticks serving as toppings, which is considered a healthy way of enjoying sesame seeds. It also offers a sumptuous taste when it is toasted or baked. Sesame seeds have a good source of fiber, antioxidants, protein, B vitamins, healthy fats, minerals, and other beneficial plant compounds. Have you tried eating raw sesame...
Shea butter has some amazing properties which validate it for usage, it is estimated to have 50% weight of unsaturated fatty acids and another equal 50% weight of saturated fatty acids. Shea butter is a popular extract from the nuts of the shea tree and also contains ingredients such as palmitic, stearic, oleic, and linoleic fatty acids that help to balance oils on your skin. Why is Nigerian Shea butter...
It is often said that "we do not appreciate what we have until we lose it" and this explains why we should start attaching more importance to ginger and see beyond using it as a food spice or a recipe for a special dish. Zingiber officinale (Ginger) acts as a treatment for ailments, and one of which will be an area of concentration is "Convulsion". Convulsion occurs both in children and adults, it is...
One of the natural gifts that Africans often boast of due to its health benefits is the "Hibiscus flower" also known as zobo leaf in Nigeria. It functions as a lifesaver and helps reduce certain health risks/issues in the body. Hibiscus flower extracts (Drink/Tea) aid the maintenance and stability of a healthy profile in the body. A medicinal treasure that the majority do not attach much importance to. It...
Shea butter has succeeded over the years in restoring the health of every skin type, moisturizing, beautifying the skin, and also functions as a healing balm. Shea butter is one of the mastermind ingredients used in cosmetics production today. It helps to keep the skin shining and healthy. And when we say it works for all skin types, that is, you can use it on babies' skin as well, you do not have to...
There are healthier ways to consume sesame seeds, making them essential tips for a superfood diet. Sesame seeds, locally called benne seeds especially in Nigeria, contain a good healthy source of protein, vitamin B, minerals, antioxidants, fibers, and fat plus other beneficial plant compounds. It makes more sense when a proven analysis is provided and for a start as to how healthy it is for consumption,...