This is a step by step guide to starting and mastering the how's, what and where's of Agricultural Exportation business in Nigeria.

It is no longer news that the Federal Government of the day has made it's intentions known about Agricultural diversification. It believes that we as a Nation can feed itself with our own farm produce and therefore drastically reduce those items which we lazily import and focus on local content.

This led to the gradual banning of Rice importation. Recently a massive rice cultivation program which was launched in december 2015, bore fruition in far away Kebbi state. Nigeria for the first time produced 1 Million Metric Tonnes of Rice. 500,000 Hectare of land yielded this produce. Anambra State is following suit, Ebonyi State also.

The Government also launched a Youth N-Powerement program that will also train 100,000 Nigerian youths in agricultural entrepreneurship. In the next 1 year, all these policies will begin to yield the rightful dividends. This is indeed the best time to be an Agricultural entrepreneur whether with Arable or Non Arable goods.

Every Government of the World encourages local content exportation because it not only strengthen it's local currency but it's a good form of foreign exchange earner.

Nigeria is a country naturally blessed and endowed with items that are in serious demand in the export markets around the world. We are not only blessed with solid minerals (besides crude oil) we are also blessed with good climate and weather conditions to support the growth of commodities that are industrially useful in the developed nations. No wonder an Asian man will come into this country with a briefcase and 2-5 yrs down the line, he would have become an employer of labour by harnessing our resources to build wealth for himself via export business opportunities in Nigeria.

What is a good way to build up a successful business from nothing and have fun doing it? Export business may be your answer. Not only does it require little financial investment to start, but it offers the prestige of working with clients from all over the world.

You don't need previous experience in the field, but you should have a good head for organizing. Fulfilling a successful import/export business requires constant attention to little details. Do you know some local manufacturers looking for ways to increase their market for the goods they make? Or are you planning a trip abroad and want to make some contacts for setting up a business?

If you have ability to sell, and an air of diplomacy, the export business might be right for you. All you need is 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 suppliers. But after a short time, you can be well on your way to making a sizeable income with a very low
overhead.

Do you like the idea of running your own business? The biggest advantage is the network of people and the money you'll make. Once you get the business underway, the commission for setting up sales is very profitable. And after you establish and maintain a number of exclusive accounts, you'll find the time you spend is highly rewarded with money. Take a look into the export business. Consider the risks, and consider the advantages. Talk to people in the business. Is it for you?

HOW IT WORKS

Of all the farmers in Nigeria, only a small percentage (knowledgeable ones) knows how to distribute their goods outside of Nigeria. The goods that do find foreign markets are exports. On the other hand, anything that is manufactured outside the country and brought in for sale is imported. My friend, do you want to be among those that promote this nation, instead of making it a dumping ground? If you answered yes! Then continue reading.

Although it seems obvious that all farmers would want a worldwide market, but it will not be easy for a farmer that is limited in its scope and abilities. That’s where you come in.

An export agent is a matchmaker. Farmers of domestic commodities seek foreign distribution and the good news is, the European nations, Asian nation and the rest of the world needs this for industrial production. You as an agent need to find them, make a solid connection, and establish a business relationship with these companies.

The agent’s commission is generally about ten percent. Now, think of ten percent of $500,000 or ten percent of a million. Although that may seem like a large order, but I tell you, you are limitless if you add integrity and honesty to the business.

The market is unlimited and there are hundreds of manufacturers looking for these domestic farm products. The foreign buyers (Manufacturers) are in daring need of Charcoal, Cashew Nuts, Sesame Seeds, etc to meet the market needs. Anything can be readily exported if there is a consumer demand and if you can get the products.

THE BASICS

You can start your export business at home with registered business name and a telephone. You will need a file system, probably a website (This is like your business cards in this business). Kindly contact me via WhatsApp through this mobile Number 08094635254 or place a call to 07063396991

Also additionally you will need a classy letter head. Until you establish personal contacts, it is your letterhead and website that represents you. Make it look professional; you can seek the help of professional website and graphic artist to achieve the above objective. You will have a lot of domestic correspondence too.

More than office equipment, you need the determination to make it work. It will be slow at first, and you’ll need to plan your moves, make contacts and SELL YOURSELF. Once you make few sales and sign several exclusive contracts worth money, you will know your dedication was worthwhile.

In the Part II of these series, we shall be talking about making contacts, and we'll be listing 5 types of products that is exportable, their history, estimated National Production, export from Nigeria, type, source and it's uses.

Here is the 2nd part of this series. Agro Business in Nigeria Part II
Here is the 3rd part of this series. Agro Business in Nigeria Part III
Here is the 4th part of this series Agro Business in Nigeria Part IV
Here is the 5th part of this series Agro Business in Nigeria Part V

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