The Problem
Fresh food is essential for healthy living, and its demand grows daily because many people are becoming more conscious of how healthy eating affects the quality of lives they lead. The real challenge is that fresh food is not always readily available.
Most of the food we consume in Nigeria is imported from other countries, making it less fresh and less nutritious on arrival. In one of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) reports, Nigeria spends over $ 22 billion on food imports yearly. That significant amount can be redirected into the agriculture sector and promote the production of fresh and healthy foods.
Greenhouse farming has the potential to create job opportunities for Nigerians, particularly youths. According to the Nigeria Export Promotion Council, this method has the capacity to generate over N10 billion in revenue and create over 100,000 jobs in the country.
The Solution
Greenhouse farming is a viable solution to the challenge of fresh food and its availability all year round. The crops are grown in a controlled environment, the consumers can access fresh fruits and vegetables, regardless of the season. On the other hand, greenhouse farming permits growing crops not commonly grown in Nigeria, such as strawberries, raspberries, and blackberries, which are highly nutritious and in high demand.
Other Benefits of Green House Farming
In addition to providing fresh and healthy food, greenhouse farming offers other benefits. It is eco-friendly and sustainable. For instance, the use of pesticides and herbicides reduces in greenhouse farming as farmers use less water and fertilizer, making it even a cost-effective farming method.
Also, greenhouse farming has the potential to create job opportunities for Nigerians, particularly youths. According to the Nigeria Export Promotion Council, this method has the capacity to generate over N10 billion in revenue and create over 100,000 jobs in the country.
A Fresh Food Supplier That You Can Trust
At Lushly Agric, we use cutting-edge greenhouse technology to deliver year-round quality produce that meets global standards. Whether you need tomatoes, bell peppers, plantain, or other vegetables, we got you covered.
We deliver in bulk to markets and superstores around Nigeria. Get in touch with us today at info@lushlyagric.com to find out more.