Google Play mobile download button
Apple IOS mobile download button
Google Play mobile download button
Apple IOS mobile download button
HomeAfricaNigeria is leading producer of yam but export less

Balanced News: Nigeria is leading producer of yam but export less

Our 'quick read' news summary

Yams are the fifth most widely harvested crop in Nigeria, and one of the most expensive to produce; the planting and harvesting processes require significant labor input, yam seeds are expensive, and the supply of seed is limited. “ It is a general food, everybody eats yam and it is very expensive and not every farmer can plant yam, ” said Daniel Makia, another Farmer. Experts say deliberate action must be taken to move yam production, processing and marketing to the next level in line with international best practices.

Read different perspectives from these news sources

How useful was this post?

Click on a star to rate it!

Average rating 0 / 5. Vote count: 0

No votes so far! Be the first to rate this post.

More top reads from Balanced News Summary

Do you agree with this post's rating?
0
(0)
- Advertisment -
- Advertisment -