Cassava, a staple food crop in many tropical regions, is gaining increasing attention as a versatile and sustainable resource for a variety of products. With its high starch content and adaptability to different climates, cassava offers exciting opportunities for entrepreneurs looking to build a green and profitable business. Why Cassava Processing is a Green Business Cassava processing can be considered a green business for several reasons:...
Cassava is a vital crop in Nigeria, contributing significantly to food security and livelihoods. However, post-harvest losses due to spoilage and inefficient processing methods pose a significant challenge. Integrating renewable energy solutions into cassava processing offers a transformative approach, reducing losses, creating jobs, and boosting income for processors and communities. The Challenge: Post-Harvest Losses and Inefficient...
At least 110 smallholder cassava farmers drawn from five local government areas of Kwara state have been fortified against pesticide contamination and other health hazards associated with their farming activities. The cassava farmers beneficiaries, who were selected from Ilorin South, Moro, Ifelodun, Irepodun and Asa local government areas of Kwara state, received personal protective equipments (PPEs). The items were distributed by Ayosifam, ...
