Guide to Agro Export Business in Nigeria

GUIDE TO AGRICULTURAL EXPORT BUSINESS IN NIGERIA

This is agricultural Export trading which guarantees good returns on capital on almost monthly basis exporting Sesame seed, Shea butter, cassava products, Wood charcoal, Honey, Gallstones, Bitter Kola, Cashew, Ginger, Gum Arabic, Chilli pepper, Cotton etc. This is a sector that is currently untapped to the maximum as it offers a high return on the investment with minimum risk and great opportunities for growth. The highlighted commodities are in high demand overseas with high prices.

The world undoubtedly has become a global community with the introduction of Information and Communication Technology. People just want to buy things from other countries. Anything at all sells in the global market ranging from cassava (chips, starch, flour, stem), charcoal, bitter kola, coconut, okro, yam etc, just name it. Do you know that these products that are of Nigerian Origin are hot cakes in foreign markets. In other words, foreigners are looking for people like you and me to supply these products to them. Hundreds of millions of dollars are being made today in Home-Based Export Business.

Leverage on Technology

The advantages of an export business are great. What a good way to build up a successful business from nothing and have fun doing it? The export business may be your answer not just because you can do it but also because of the opportunities within it’s value chains. Not only does some of its value chains require little or no financial investment, it also offers the prestige of working with clients from all over the world. This has been made possible due to the advancements in information and communication technology (ICT). Especially, the emergence of the Internet. The internet has transformed the world into a “Global Village” such that a commercial ginger farmer in Kaduna, Nigeria can access the contact details of an importer of ginger based in Hamburg, Germany.

Apart from accessing the foreign importers contact details, the farmer can reach product buyers with the aid of his GSM phone. The buyer and seller upon introduction and establishment of contact, could also proceed to sign a sales contract for the export of a certain quantity of the product at an agreed price, convenient and secured method of payment without both parties seeing each other.

That is the power of the internet. I mean the internet can be that leverage. Fulfilling a successful export business requires constant attention even to the minutes details that concerns the transaction. If you have an ability to sell and an air of transparency and diplomacy, the export business might be right for you.

You need the desire and determination to make it work.

As you progress in the business, many factors become obvious and easy to handle. For example, you’ll need to find a person to handle shipments called a “freight forwarder”. And you’ll need to create solid contacts and strong relationships with reliable local product suppliers and also export merchants. But after a short time, you can be well on your way to making a sizable income with a very low overhead.

What do you need to kick start this venture?

Company/Business Registration document

Export License (for Containerized Export)

Capital

Mobile phone

Domiciliary Account

Email address

Guide/Information & Knowledge of export

Understanding of an export business process

The determination and desire to make it work

What you gain in Agro export- business invention?

It might interest you to know that the gap between you and the monetary gains waiting for you in this business is nothing but the “basic understanding of an export business process”. Understanding the fundamentals of an export business process especially as it concerns securing a genuine export order/ contract with a well secured method of payment, then you are on your way to earning lots of money.

if you are unemployed/ financially challenged then your condition could be likened to this scenario: A man that has crude oil well hidden in his backyard but starves of food all day due to his ignorance of the enormous wealth staring at him every time. .

The agro export big secret

Veteran exporters and prospective exporters are in need of export contracts for the various agricultural and allied/mineral commodities that could be explored within the country. So all you should do as an agro export entrepreneur is to secure these contracts via the internet using the various trade portals and also aided with your GSM phone, you could start earning commissions which run into millions of naira in few months depending on the size of the shipment. This manual contains all you may need to secure a “genuine export contract”. All you need to do is to read through, carefully understanding the elements of an export business process. It can also launch you out as an export consultant and facilitator to the numerous prospective exporters who are out there seriously searching for your services.

How it works

Anything that is manufactured or sourced within Nigeria and taken out for sale outside the country is said to be exported. Although it seems obvious that all manufacturers, merchants or suppliers of goods (which maybe agricultural or mineral commodities) would want a worldwide market, it is not easy for a company that is limited in its scope and abilities.

Brokerage Opportunities sourcing for Commodities and getting paid

This opportunity is massive not only for those already in the export business but even for new comers. Here you will discover how to be part of the project 1000, with exporters to be recruited, hints on how to earn N600 000 monthly without spending a dime, how big Investors can now earn regular income through aggregated export service and eliminate costly commissions. Also, Internet savvy Nigerians can now get export contracts online and sell the contract for millions of naira; additionally, there is an opportunity for geologists and agric graduates to get automatic employment and earn extra income, so too, there is an opportunity to supply Nigeria minerals and agro- products to Chinese who are still in Nigeria. And then the big one, you don’t need to do any export before you start making the money, simply gather a trip of commodity from any location in Nigeria and get paid N150 000 on the spot by a company in Nigeria.

Starting an Agro export business

To start an export business, money is not the most important thing. You need to have the knowledge, the right idea and the market needed. On the other hand, to do a containerized export, you will surely need some sizable amount of money to cover the commodity cost and overhead expenses. There is a promise to assist any Nigerian with the right will power. Beside capital, what you need most to succeed is Integrity, honesty, and diligence. A lot of Nigerians are operating a highly lucrative agro based export company and they are making a steady Income of between N50 000 and N500 000 monthly, regulary and some with no capital investment, no risk at their spare time. The profit from the first transaction can be ploughed back and an investor will be able to build up his capital base.

Collaboration with Nigerians

Anyone into the export business can work with a lot of Nigerians living Abroad to identify the right product in the Nigerian market because they know the market and the terrain and get regular request from such Nigerians from time to time.

Export mentoring services

This is the type of services given to Nigerians who know next to nothing about export and don’t have enough money but with small contract, you can then grow big to execute bigger contracts.

Export and value chain

Export has a value chain; you need to plan your export, then you need to get a buyer who is called contract source. The next step is to source for the product followed by the logistics process and documentation, before you eventually do your shipment.

Aggregated export services:

The aggregated export service providers are professional bankers, oil and gas professionals and retirees; some of these people have funds and they want to go into the lucrative export market. If they subscribe to these services, the bills will go to these category of people every month on the available export contract. If there is any they are interested in, they contribute and they have return.

How Nigerians especially graduates, can benefit from export without spending a dime

There are jobs for this category of people especially the season of exportable products in the Northern parts of the country. There is also promise by the proprietor to pay them up to 150 000 per trailer.

Get employed and be part of the ongoing projects

A lot of graduates will be employed in the next three to four weeks. The company has a project currently in Oyo and kwara state for shea butter; one in Jos and two in Bauchi and more projects are on the way that will be filled by this geology and agricultural graduates. Hard working Nigerians who have knowledge about mining and agro business will be absorbed in different areas.

Here are some export business options in Nigeria

Full time exporter:

These exporters only engage freight forwarders minimally for their port of loading operations. The option are suitable for those who are available 24 hrs and also existing business providers that will like to be fully involved in their export operations. The return on Investment on this option could range from 30% to 45%.The exporter is involved in export planning, export financing, export contract sourcing, export product sourcing, pre-export documentation, haulage to the warehousing, warehousing and inspection, freight forwarding, haulage to the port of loading and post export documentations.

Part time exporters

These exporters depend on consulting firms and freight forwarders to carry out some of their export operations. This option is suitable for individuals that would like to start a business while still in a paid employment and also have some time to spare . Is also a viable option for existing businesses that want to divest. The return on investment for this option could range from 25% to 35%. The exporter is involved in export planning, export financing, export product sourcing, pre-export documentation, haulage to the ware house, haulage to the port of loading, post export documentation.

Arm chair exporter

These exporter depend on consulting firms, local buying agents and freight forwarders to carry out most of their export operation. This option is suitable for individuals that would like to start a business while still in a paid employment but do not have enough time to spare. The return on Investment for this option could range from 10% to 25%. The exporter is only involved in export planning, export financing, pre- export documentation and post export documentation.

Export brokerage

An export broker is a match maker. Becoming an export broker is one of the easiest and the most rewarding ways any prospecting exporter can raise money to go into full time export business. Their advantage are enormous starting from little or no capital, an export broker could earn large “finders fees” with absolutely unlimited income. There is hardly another business requiring a negligible start-up cost that can put you into a six figure bracket so quickly than an online based export business. It gives one the power, prestige and high respectability in his community.

Export business can still accommodate more Nigerians

The non oil export business is still at its very primitive stage in Nigeria with a high potential for growth. The market is thus inexhaustible [especially for agriculture commodities and other consumables. Therefore, there is space for anyone that would like to earn foreign exchange via the export business. If you are interested in export business, you can start as a armchair export, or enter the business as a part-time exporter and finally as a full time exporter. If you enter as a full time exporter, then you should grow to become a part time exporter and finally a full time exporter depending on your strategy.

Some of the commodities anyone can export

Cocoa

Coffee

Cashew nuts

Rubber

Kola nuts

Palm kernel

Coconuts

Cotton

Ginger

Charcoal

Cow horns and hooves

Timber Cimelina

Shrimps and prawns

Shea nut

Sesame seeds

Etc

BENEFITS

Higher Return On Investment.

Guaranteed Pre-determined Profit.

Short turnaround period.

Zero taxation.

Access to export grants.

Access to micro finance loans.

Bitter kola

Bitterkola has health benefits. Bitter kola has greater variety use; from its use as an ingredient in the production of Kola soft drinks to agricultural produce in the treatment of bacterial infections such as tuberculosis and diarrhea.

Bitter Kola exportation is profitable. According to statistics, Nigeria is one of the highest producers of bitter kola in the world. With about 90% of its current production consumed locally. There is an opportunity for individuals looking to start Bitter Kola exportation; as it is of high demand in countries like Great Britain, America, China, India and other Asian countries.

What is the current price of Bitter Kola?

Presently, you can sell 1kg of Bitter Kola at the international market for $17.00; while you can easily purchase it locally as low as ₦600.00 (less than $2). The profit margin is high, even after factoring all overheads and cost of shipping.

Similar to the process of exporting Kola nuts, I will advise that you get a serious buyer before committing to much capital its exportation.

Sesame Seed Export

Sesame seeds in ranked second in commodity demand in Nigeria. The first is Cocoa. As a result, Nigeria is ranked third on the list of major producer of sesame seeds across the globe. Only India and China (respectively) produce more.

Presently, Nigeria currently produces over 500,000 tonnes of Sesame Seed per year. And with the current ₦600,000/tonne in the global market, the country is raking in substantial revenue for the exportation of Sesame seeds.

Sesame seed export is very profitable. It is one of the commodities with the highest return on investment. The product is readily available and Nigeria sesame seed has good quality rating in the international market.

Where do Sesame Seed grow in Nigeria?

Sesame seed is widely grown in the following states:

• Jigawa (highest producing states);
• Benue;
• Nasarawa;
• Yobe;
• Gombe;
• Kano;
• Plateau;
• Katsina; and
• Kogi States.

Ginger Export

Ginger export is the export of fresh ginger, ginger powder, and sun dried split Ginger from Nigeria to international buyers located in various parts of the world. It is mostly exported semi-processed and further processed upon arrival at the buyer’s facility for its intended uses. The season for ginger runs from May to October. Supply goes on for upward of nine months, guaranteeing sustainable exports. All exporting companies in Nigeria comply with the important food safety standards (SPS). Adherence to best practices and food safety measures at all steps in the value chain is ensured, from farmer to exporter.

This is a very important commodity in the export market. Ginger is a product that is marketable because it has various qualities. Demand for ginger is high both in Nigeria and overseas as Nigeria ginger meets international standard by quality and quantity. If you go with ginger, you will gain benefit of higher return on investment that covers your local product cost and overhead expenses while assuring good profit for you.

Types Of Ginger Exported In Nigeria

1). Sun Dried Split Ginger:

Sun dried split ginger is the most exported type of ginger from Nigeria. They’re usually dried to boost the shelf life so it can be exported to any country around the world on a long voyage and for further storage. As a result, sun dried split ginger exporters in Nigeria are the most common ginger exporters found in Nigeria.

2). Fresh Ginger:

Fresh ginger is far less exported in Nigeria than sun dried split ginger. Because of its short shelf life, fresh ginger needs to be shipped as soon as it is harvested, else, it would have to be dried before export.

3). Ginger Powder:

Ginger powder is also exported from Nigeria after processing fresh ginger.

Business Opportunities in Ginger business

1). Ginger Export:

Fresh ginger or dry split ginger is usually sold at varying amounts at the farm areas or local markets and are then resold to international buyers at varying prices per metric tonne depending on the specification and other factors. Dried split ginger exporters in Nigeria usually have a strong connection to enable them to buy ginger at the lowest possible price, and as a result, they’re able to help most international buyers of ginger get the products they need.

2). Ginger Brokerage:

When you have little to no capital to venture into a particular type of business, the best bet is to first start by brokering the sales of the products and services. And in this case, you can broker the sales of ginger for dry split ginger exporters in Nigeria to international buyers of ginger. You could venture into the Ginger brokerage business by linking a buyer to a ginger seller, and in the process, add a markup price per metric tonne for your organisation, after getting the final selling price from the seller or get a standard commission from the ginger supplier.

Sample Ginger trade offer

Our Ginger Trade Specifications are listed below:

Origin: Nigeria

Type: Sun Dried Split Ginger

Price: Competitive & Negotiable

Trial Order: 20 Metric Tonnes (One 20 ft Container Load)

Trade Process: FOB/C&F

Payment Method: 100% irrevocable & Confirmed L/C at Sight

Packaging: 50 kg bags loaded in container 20″ FCL

Shipping Time: 15 to 25 days after confirmation of L/C

Specifications

Impurities: Maximum of 2%

Moisture Content: Maximum of 7%

Drying Process: Sun-dried

Inspection: SGS

Cashew Nut

The demand for cashew nut is very high especially among the Asian and European countries of the world. Nigeria cashew nut is very marketable and it sells well in the international market. Return on investment is high after deducting expenses and product cost. Our cashew nut is premium quality raw cashew nuts, with an average 48 kernel yield out-turn. There is a reliable and sustainable supply base in cashew offer. Our large production base with 19 producing states makes us the fourth largest producer of cashew nuts worldwide.

Need more information that will benefit you. In Nigeria, cashew season is long. We have a relatively long cashew producing season – December to June. Cashew is stored, so exporting goes on all year around. Supply is therefore guaranteed. All exporting companies comply with most important food safety standards (SPS). Adherence to best practices and food safety at all steps in the value chain (farmer àmerchant à processor à exporter) Nigerian cashew boast excellent qualities such as good nut count, high kernel output ratio, excellent moisture content and less defective nuts.

Which country imports cashew nuts?

Germany imports cashew nuts from Vietnam, Benin, Cote d'Ivoire, India, and Nigeria. The primary source of cashews in Germany is the Netherlands who import them from Brazil, Africa, and Asia. India is the largest single producer of cashew nuts while West Africa--principally Ivory Coast, Benin, and Guinea-Bissau—is the largest regional producer. Vietnam, Brazil, and East Africa are the other major sources of production. Indonesia has become a major producer and exporter in Southeast Asia.

Which grade of cashew is best?

W - 240, it is an attractive grade which is reasonably priced. W - 320, are the most popular among cashew kernels and highest in terms of availability, worldwide. W - 450, are the smallest and cheapest white whole kernels and hence the favorite among low priced whole grades.

What is the difference between cashew nut and cashew kernel?

Cashew Kernels. Cashew Nut Kernels is Processed from Raw Cashew. Cashew Kernel intact from the shell and grading them carefully to superior standards required by top food companies all over the world. The un-shelled nut is steamed to soften the shell and carefully cut open.

Gum Arabic

Gum Arabic is a commodity with good potential for the export business. The demand for gum Arabic is high especially in Europe and Asian countries of the world. To be specific, “Two countries, France and India, import three-quarters of all crude gum Arabic. After processing, France alone exports two-thirds of all processed gum Arabic. Also know that there is a single European manufacturer, France-based Nexira – which calls itself a “manufacturer of natural innovative ingredients for the food, nutrition and health industries” – is said to hold a 50% global market share in processed gum arabic products. Gum Arabic is a promising commodity for producing countries due to its potential to generate foreign exchange, promote sustainable agriculture and forestry and ensure food security.

Gum arabic is natural product derived from hardened acacia tree sap, harvested in the Sahel region of Africa, gum arabic is used primarily by the food industry. Given its many desirable properties, safety record and natural origin, gum arabic is the most commercially valuable of what are known as exudate gums – those secreted by plants.It is used as a stabilizer, a binder, an emulsifier or a viscosity-increasing agent, not only in confectionery, soft drinks, wine, liquor, and dietary fibre, but also for non-food products such as pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, printing, ceramics, photosensitive chemicals, textiles, paper, ink, paints and adhesives.

Indeed, the three largest exporters of crude gum arabic are Sudan, which accounts for 66% of the total, Chad with 13%, and Nigeria with 8.5%, in 2014–2016. In addition, exports of processed gum arabic more than tripled, from 17,000 tonnes to 53,000 tonnes in the same period. If you invest in gum Arabic, you will reap good return on your investment that will cover adequately your product cost and overhead expenses.

Sheabutter

There is business in Sheabutter. It is one of the lucrative commodities to export with potential for good return on investment. There is return of over 40% on investment. The commodity is readily available in some part of Nigeria as Kwara, Kogi, Oyo, kebbi, Niger etc. Just as sheabutter, it’s raw material is sheanut. Sheanut is also a highly demanded product in Nigeria and is used for producing many products by the pharmaceutical, cosmetic and confectionery industries. We are the leading exporter of Shea nuts and butter in the world with a total trade value estimated at $600,000.

You can take advantage of the vast opportunity that exists in the export and value addition of Shea nut and butter.Incentives are offered for better quality nuts through premium that are paid to exporters and Nigeria’s Shea is one of the best in the world and qualify for organic certification.

The return on investment on the export of Shea nut is estimated between 10%- 15% while for Shea butter it is between 15%-25%. The export season for shea nut commences by June and ends in October. Major destinations for Nigeria's Sheanut and Butter are the EU and Japan. Major European importing companies are primarily based in Denmark, Sweden and the UK. The special opportunity on this business is that you can start local production of Shea Butter here in Nigeria and develop it into an international brand which can be sold under your company brand name in overseas and also here in Nigeria.

Specification

Moisture Content: less than or equal to 7%

Free Fatty Acid: less than or equal to 6%

Oil content: greater than or equal to 4%

Latex: 4 - 10%

Colour: Off white Solid at Room Temperature

Solubility: Insoluble in water

CONTENT OF THE PACKAGE (PROVEN, ACTIONABLE SUCCESS PACKS)

Business opportunities and analysis in Agro-export business; Opportunities in contract sourcing and product sourcing (Source & get paid)

Cost & Profitability Analysis/Feasibility Studies -Cost executing each stages of the export process & percentage profit and analysis e.g 5,10,20,30,60metric tonnes of ginger, based on the local & foreign prices.

Cost & Profitability Analysis/Feasibility Studies -Cost executing each stages of the export process & percentage profit and analysis e.g 5,10,20,30,60metric tonnes of Sesame seed, based on the local & foreign prices.

Cost & Profitability Analysis/Feasibility Studies -Cost executing each stages of the export process & percentage profit and analysis e.g 5,10,20,30,60metric tonnes of Cashew Nut, based on the local & foreign prices.

Cost & Profitability Analysis/Feasibility Studies -Cost executing each stages of the export process & percentage profit and analysis e.g 5,10,20,30,60metric tonnes of Shea butter, based on the local & foreign prices.

Comprehensive list of Address, phone line and email details of prospective foreign Companies based overseas you can reach for orders.

Details of Local Buyers of Agro-Commodities/Exporters to buy from you if you are a Product Sourcing Agent (Sourcing directly from the local farmers).

How to set-up & get Local Buyers for agro products calling you asking you for Price & Product Quotation all year round.

Introduction to Export.

Export for beginners.

How to register for the business and all the export documents required.

Export procedure

Export unit

Export planning.

Export financing.

How and where to source agro product for export.

Transportation and logistics guide and processes/Comprehensive list of freight forwarders and shipping companies in Nigeria.

Insurance guide for the agro export business

How to source for products locally with ease

Guide to selling abroad.

Quality control.

Trade missions.

Guide to agro export risk management and analysis in Nigeria

How to export your product duty free to the US market with comprehensive list of 6400 products under the African Growth and opportunity act.

The 50 Export trade sites you must have to find buyers.

Directory of AGOA product exporters in West African Countries, another great opportunity to start doing business with already established exporters who are doing business with the Americans.

Trade Agreement/Securing export contracts.

Comprehensive commodities current and previous price list.

Understanding small-scale and large scale export.

The five C’s of successful exporting.

How to contact, negotiate, export and receive payment with ease, from clients

How to avoid been scammed or defrauded by overseas buyers.

How and where to source your Agro commodity which is normally overlooked

Where and how to access thousands of genuine International buyers with ease.

Product quality, specification, classification, pricing, packaging and laboratory analysis.

Export documentation and payment methods.

Listing of all registered Nigerian shipping companies, contacts and addresses.

How to become a member of the exporters association of Nigeria with their application form.

Checklist for Exporting under AGOA.

Market Intelligence Report: Exporting to Uk and Netherland

Market Intelligence Report: Exporting to Asia and Europe

Market Intelligence Report: Potential market for sesame seed and ginger

Market Intelligence Report: Potential market for cashew kernel and dry beans

How to access loan for your export business.

How to join and become a member of manufacturing association of Nigeria and access export incentive including directory of Nigeria’s registered members.

All the manuals [production, grading etc] and resources on cashew and its export.

Manual on Charcoal export.

Manual on palm oil processing and storage.

Reputable Organization to leverage on to succeed [optional for you]

Follow-up Support and regular export updates.

NOTE: The Agro Export packs was written and compiled for intending and all those involved in the business options of these commodities and to give a sound footing, technical knowledge, all detailed Information and to serve as a guide for the practical phase on this Business. (Success)

Quality content is assured.

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