At Ayosifam Integrated Service Limited, we believe that sustainable agricultural transformation starts at the farm gate. As part of our ongoing commitment to boosting smallholder productivity, reducing post-harvest losses, and strengthening rural livelihoods, we are excited to announce that registration is now open for our upcoming January 2027 Capacity Building & Farmers Training Workshop!
Co-hosted in partnership with the Kwara State Agricultural Development Programme (Kwara ADP), this flagship workshop brings together smallholder cassava farmers, female outgrower cooperatives, and youth agripreneurs for intensive, practical learning at the Kwara ADP headquarters in Ilorin.
Event At A Glance
📅 Proposed Date: January 2027
🏛️ Host & Venue: Kwara State Agricultural Development Programme (Kwara ADP) Training Center, Ilorin
🎯 Theme: Climate-Smart Cassava Processing & Digital Inclusion for Smallholders
👥 Seat Limit:STRICTLY LIMITED TO 50 PARTICIPANTS
💰 Cost:100% FREE (Early Registration Required)
Looking Back: Highlights from Our January 2026 Workshop
Before stepping forward into 2027, let’s reflect on the solid foundation established during our January 2026 Workshop held under the theme: “Sustainable Post-Harvest Management & Outgrower Synergy.”
During the 2026 session, over 40 outgrowers and agricultural extension workers gathered for intensive practical sessions. Key outcomes included:
Raw Tuber Quality Control: Practical demonstrations on minimizing raw tuber mechanical damage during harvest and transportation prior to processing.
Hygienic Handling & Standards: Introduction to food-grade safety standards aligned with NAFDAC compliance to guarantee sand-free, low-cyanide garri production.
Cooperative Off-Take Networks: Strengthening rural cooperative structures to guarantee fair, transparent pricing and structured off-take supply chains for Ayosifam Garri and Garri Lebu.
Building directly on those accomplishments, our January 2027 workshop elevates these core skills into the digital and climate-resilient era!
Why This Year’s Theme Matters
Cassava remains one of Nigeria’s most vital staple crops, yet smallholder farmers face two pressing challenges: unpredictable climate patterns affecting yield, and high post-harvest losses caused by traditional processing bottlenecks. Furthermore, many rural farmers remain excluded from modern digital trade channels and financial tools.
Our January 2027 workshop bridges these gaps by merging climate resilience, value-chain diversification, and digital empowerment.
Master Processing Techniques: Learn precise fermentation control and expert roasting methods to consistently deliver low-cyanide, extra-crunchy, sand-free Ayosifam Garri and ultra-smooth Ayosifam Garri Lebu.
Zero-Contamination Processing: Adopt clean, hygienic standards that eliminate grit and environmental pollutants while maximizing product yield.
2. Diversify Processing into Premium Staples & Biofortified Crops
Product Line Expansion: Gain practical insights into processing and supplying roots and grains for Ayosifam’s expanding food portfolio, including Odorless Fufu, composite flours (Sorghum, Millet, and Rice Flours), Potato Flour, and CASMA.
Introduction of Vitamin A OFSP Vines: Special focus on introducing Orange-Fleshed Sweet Potato (OFSP) vines to outgrowers. Farmers will learn the strategic importance of cultivating Vitamin A-rich potatoes to combat micronutrient deficiencies, improve family nutrition, access high-yielding crops, and secure steady income through Ayosifam’s off-taker supply chain.
3. Drive Digital Inclusion for Smallholders
AyosifamHub Platform Training: Hands-on guidance on navigating the AyosifamHub digital platform for seamless farm management.
Digital Records & Market Access: Step-by-step training on digital record-keeping, accessing mobile financial services, and receiving real-time market updates.
Structured Off-Take Networks: Direct connection of smallholder clusters to reliable outgrower schemes and guaranteed buyers.
4. Promote Gender & Youth Agribusiness Leadership
Tailored mentorship and practical tools for women agricultural cooperatives and young agripreneurs to foster resilient, profitable agribusiness ownership.
Who Should Attend?
Cassava and potato farmers and outgrower cluster leads
Women agricultural cooperatives
Youth agripreneurs in food processing and grain trading
Agricultural extension agents and community leaders
Why You Must Register Early (STRICTLY 50 SEATS AVAILABLE)
While the workshop is 100% FREE, physical space at the Kwara ADP Training Center is strictly capped at 50 participants. This ensures that every attendee receives hands-on instruction, training materials, and direct interactive support from our facilitators and technical leads.
Slots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. By registering early, you secure your seat, receive advance prep materials, and gain priority access to Ayosifam outgrower support programs and vine distributions.
How to Register
Don’t wait until all 50 slots are filled—reserve your spot today!
