A welcome shower graced Ilorin, Kwara State, this morning, breaking a four-day dry spell. While any rain is often a cause for celebration among farmers, this recent sprinkle has sparked a mix of emotions, particularly after a period of significant drought. The sentiment among many is that farming is becoming an increasingly unpredictable venture, as the reliability of seasonal rainfall diminishes. Mr. Ayo Lawal, a local farmer, voiced his...
The rainy season is upon us; for many in the agricultural sector, it's a time of abundance. But for garri processors, this period offers a unique and critical opportunity to significantly boost their profits and, in turn, strengthen the livelihoods of cassava farmers across Nigeria. The secret lies in one often-overlooked strategy: smart storage. At AyosifamHub, we're constantly looking for ways to empower our community, and this advice...
Hey AyosifamHub family! Today, I want us to take a good look at a country that, despite its small size and challenging geography, has become an agricultural powerhouse: The Netherlands. Often referred to as "God created the world, but the Dutch created the Netherlands," their story is a powerful testament to how a robust agricultural sector can be the bedrock of national stability, overcoming poverty, hunger, and even insecurity. And then,...
Here at AyosifamHub, our core mission revolves around unlocking the immense, untapped potential of agriculture across Nigeria. Within this vital sector, two crops stand out as true cornerstones of our nation's food security, economic stability, and rural livelihoods: cassava and potatoes. Nigeria is a leading producer of cassava, and the potential for potato cultivation, particularly in regions like North Central, is rapidly growing. Both are...
Today, we received an inquiry highlighting a common pitfall for aspiring entrepreneurs: the eagerness to jump straight into equipment acquisition without a foundational understanding of the business. If you're considering investing in garri processing, hold that thought. Before you spend a single naira on machinery, there's a crucial, non-negotiable step you must take: seek expert guidance. We cannot overstate this: pay for consultation, even...
Despite a significant surplus of 668.34bn Naira in agricultural exports over imports, as seen in Q1 2025 foreign trade data, poverty and hunger remain pressing issues in Nigeria. This paradox is particularly evident in the cassava sector, where Nigeria is a leading producer yet struggles with poor market access. Here are five key reasons why this situation persists: Inefficient Value Chains and Post-Harvest Losses: A large portion...
Benue State, affectionately known as Nigeria's "Food Basket" due to its rich agricultural bounty, is currently grappling with a severe issue of insecurity. This instability, marked by incessant clashes and violence, isn't just a regional problem; it's a direct threat to the entire nation's food security. The ripple effects of a beleaguered Benue are felt on dinner tables across Nigeria. Here are five critical reasons why insecurity in Benue...
Nigeria, as the world's largest producer of cassava, stands to gain significantly by adopting some of the successful practices employed by smallholder farmers in Vietnam, a major global exporter of cassava products. While both countries share similarities in their reliance on cassava as a staple and income source for smallholders, Vietnam's higher yields and strong commercialization offer valuable insights. Here are key lessons Nigerian...
In a remarkable display of sustainable innovation and market acumen, Ayosifam, the parent company of AyosifamHub, has successfully leveraged the abundant Nigerian sunlight to dry 20 tons of cassava chips between November 2024 and May 2025. This simple yet highly effective but also proved to be a significant commercial success, with all dried chips selling out within just one month. Ayosifam's approach to sun-drying cassava chips showcases a...
Nigerian smallholder cassava farmers can significantly increase their yields by adopting several practices observed in Thailand: 1.Prioritize Improved, Market-Oriented Varieties: Action: Actively seek out and adopt improved, high-yielding, and disease-resistant cassava varieties recommended by research institutions like IITA and national agricultural research institutes. Crucially, these varieties should also be suitable for diverse end-uses,...
