Raw cashew nut is one of the agro commodities needed by the buyer and when it is needed in certain quantity/ quality, it incredibly affects the market price. It is very important to know that there is a simple process that makes raw cashew nut safe to eat and this is because raw cashew contains a substance called urushiol which is found in poison ivy, this substance is toxic and when it has contact with...
Anxiety is normal and it happens to both young and old, it is a normal emotion responsible for increased alertness, fear, and physical signs, such that you experience a rapid heart rate. The threatening phase is that when efforts is not made to reduce it, it can graduate to anxiety disorders, which is another type of mental health condition. Difficulty to get through your day, stress, sleepless night are...
Raw cashew nuts contain multiple nutritional benefits and are very rich in fiber and low in sugar. It has zero cholesterol, and it is a great source of manganese, magnesium, and copper. Raw cashew helps your immune system function properly, supports brain health, and bone health, and are a good source of energy. Organic cashew nuts are even more favorable for health since they are grown and...
The world is subjected to technological advancement, new trends, and development on all sides and that is a fact, the world can not afford to be stagnant, but there is a need for understanding the evidence of "Acceptance". That is, even before the discovery of all the things we have grown to get used to, the place of natural herbs, food, and ancient methodology can not be overruled, what makes it...
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...
Apart from the amazing recipe ginger represent, it is an irresistible spice and a must-have in every home. Do you know that Nigeria ranks as the fourth largest producer of ginger? Yes! It has been in high demand even though it is expensive. And also the Third Largest Exporter of Dried Ginger in the World after China and India. It is very permissive to think or question the importance of ginger be it...