Lagos Trains 100 Farmers on Agro-Export Opportunities to Boost Global Market Access
The Lagos State Agricultural Development Authority (LSADA), through its Rural Institution Development Component, has trained about 100 rural farmers and prospective agro-exporters on the fundamentals of agricultural exportation and global market opportunities.
The one-day sensitisation workshop, themed “Unlocking Agricultural Products’ Potential for Exports”, was held on Tuesday at the LCCI Conference and Training Centre, Alausa, Ikeja. The programme aimed to build participants’ capacity in export readiness, quality assurance, international market standards, and leveraging government support to expand into global markets.
Speaking at the event, the Coordinating Director of LSADA, Mrs. Aderonke Toju-Tubi, represented by Mr. Yunusa Babatunde Yussuf, Director of Planning, Monitoring, and Evaluation, stressed the importance of preparing local farmers for global competitiveness.
She said:
“The objective of this programme is to educate participants on adopting modern technologies, exploring key platforms, and complying with rules and policies governing agricultural exports. It also builds their capacity to meet international standards, collaborate with global agro-exporters, and improve product quality.”
Mrs. Toju-Tubi reiterated that the Lagos State Government regards the private sector and agro-exporters as vital partners in expanding business opportunities for farmers and fisherfolk across the state, as part of ongoing efforts to diversify the economy beyond oil.
The facilitator, Mr. Caleb Afuwape, guided participants through key modules, including export regulations, marketing strategies, product development, and standardisation. He highlighted the benefits of agro-exporting, such as:
- Access to foreign exchange earnings
- Resilient, recession-proof business models
- Opportunities to leverage free trade agreements
The training is expected to enhance the competitiveness of Lagos-based farmers in the international agricultural export market, while also promoting food security, job creation, and sustainable rural development.
