Nigeria

: Research suggests a massive opportunity for plant-based milk derived from local coconut, soybeans, and tigernuts to serve the lactose-intolerant population.

: High-quality cocoa beans are the leading agricultural export, valued at over ₦836 billion, followed by shelled cashew nuts and sesamum seeds. Nigeria

: Strawberries are uniquely grown in Jos , Plateau State, while states like Niger State have donated vast tracts of land (100,000 hectares) to help Lagos boost its food security. Challenges in the Supply Chain : Research suggests a massive opportunity for plant-based

: The current cold storage deficit represents a projected $5.9 billion investment opportunity by 2030 for private players looking to fix the supply chain. Challenges in the Supply Chain : The current

: Nigeria is the world's top producer of cassava (cultivated in all 36 states), yams , and kolanut.

Nigeria is a global agricultural powerhouse, currently leading the world in the production of . While the nation is frequently recognized for its crude oil exports, its agricultural sector has seen a staggering 256.9% growth in export value recently, reaching ₦4.44 trillion. This "green" narrative is driven by a mix of small-scale farmers—who make up about 90% of producers—and high-profile investors like Aliko Dangote . The Landscape of Production