Exploring New Horizons: Opportunities in the Leather Value Chain for Investors and Entrepreneurs.
The leather industry has a long and rich history, dating back to ancient times. Today, it remains an important contributor to the global economy. The leather value chain comprises several stages, starting with the procurement of raw materials such as hides and skins. The hides and skins are then processed, tanned, and finished, before being used to manufacture a wide range of products, from shoes and bags to upholstery and car seats.
There are many opportunities for investors and entrepreneurs to participate in the leather value chain. New technologies and innovations are emerging that are transforming the way leather is produced and used, creating exciting opportunities for those willing to embrace change.
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A concerned citizen sent me this picture, he was wondering why these butchers were washing goats in this dirty water.
A more intense look at the picture will show various activities going on here: 1) slaughtering is going on beside the 2 buildings.
2)Ponmo processing also ongoing.
3) A processor is carrying processed hides, another processor fetching this same dirty water for processing.
4) A table with processed hides and some quarters.
5) Horns and other wastes generated from slaughtering.
6) Did you notice the person sitting on the white bucket? guess what the person is doing?
Do you know where these animal parts are been sold? Are you sure of what you are eating?
Stay safe always, buy only #beef, #beef-products certified wholesome from markets traceable to registered abattoirs only.
A thousand and one things are wrong with this picture. Food safety is everybody's business,stay safe.
This picture was taken by this concerned citizen while in traffic on the long bridge.
The race to revive the leather industry is on and a multifaceted approach is needed to tap into the $300 billion dollars revenue opportunities in the leather value chain.
Presently 88% of animal hides in Nigeria is processed as food, the popular Ponmo while only 12% is available for the leather industry.
The diversification of the economy by promoting industrialization in other sectors can be achieved if more attention is given to the leather value chain. A policy to increase in the proportion of animal hides available for the leather industry is a good place to start the campaign to discourage the consumption of ponmo.
The love for ponmo is depriving us of revenue from foreign investment through trading of leather goods and accessories as well as stifling growth of the leather industry. The leather value chain is enormous with the capacity to generate over 500,000 jobs thereby eliminating unemployment as well as reducing poverty level.
The questions we should ask now are : how can we get more animal hides for leather production? how can we tap into this huge Forex earnings? what can we do to discourage the eating of these hides? what incentives can be given to ponmo processors//dealers so that hides will move out of food chain to leather chain?
These answers will form a pathway for the desired industrialization drive as well as promotion of the leather value chain as discussed at the ponmo summit 2023.
How can the consumption of hides be discouraged? create an awareness about the health implications of ponmo. It is no news that eating ponmo has been linked to cancer, liver and kidney disease e.t.c
Do you know that ponmo is fried using animal fat called tallow?
Do you know the processors reuse these oils severally without discarding ?
Do you know that the particles in the oil from fried ponmo are not drained out,increasing the possibility of poisoning due to bacteria growth?
Studies have shown that animal fat is rich in saturated fat which can cause heart disease as well as obesity. Further studies has shown that oils that foams/bubbles or has changed color should not be reused and that reusing oil results in release of free radicals in the body causing inflammations and cancer. The free radicals released in the body has also been linked to central nervous toxicity
Look at the oil used for frying ponmo.
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| Oil used for frying the ponmo. |
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| The state of oil at the start of the processing the next day. |
Halal is Arabic for permissible. Halal food is that which adheres to Islamic law, as defined in the Koran. The Islamic form of slaughtering animals or poultry, dhabiha, involves killing through a cut to the jugular vein, carotid artery and windpipe.
Ijebu Ponmo, what is it really? Is Ijebu Ponmo wholesome? is Ijebu Ponmo really from IJEBU? Is this Ijebu Ponmo from cattle hides?
Lets go into the Ogun community where its all happening.
Inside multi-million naira ponmo business in Ogun community. According to this story in the Nation newspaper published on 1/Oct/2022. One of the merchants, Aliu Adewale interviewed said, “The cow skin comes in containers and a container contains a minimum of 4,000 pieces.Sometime ago there was an influx of bad ponmo into the country.These bad ponmo are actually hides and skin meant for the leather industry that some unscrupulous merchants smuggle and sell for human consumption. These ponmo are identified by the smell of the chemicals added to preserve the leather and unusual thickness. There was a raid on certain facilities with confiscation of the products and arrest of some merchants. Read more here.
Do you know that some bad elements have devised other modes of operation?
Do you know that hides and skin meant for leather are still processed and sold to consumers?
Do you know that some merchants go to the north to buy hides and skin for leather and process?
Do you know that the popular Ponmo Ijebu is not wholesome?
Do you know that merchants go to the north procure hides and skin meant for leather industry and process for consumption?
Do you know that in the north the leather merchants say" TAKALAMINKANO, NAMAN LAGOS?
Meaning shoe in Kano is meat in Lagos.
Let me show you the ponmo ijebu before and after processing.
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| Ponmo Ijebu. |
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| Processed Ponmo ijebu. When people are looking for cheap, they end up buying rubbish. Support your #local butchers buy wholesome products. Tell someone to tell someone to say no to Ponmo Ijebu. Read more about ponmo ijebu? find out next post. |
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The leather value chain is a billion dollar industry within the multi- billion dollar red meat value chain. Bovine leather is an essential part of the multi billion dollar industry.By working together, we can create innovative solutions to drive the leather sector forward.
Learn why supporting your local butchers is an invaluable part of sustaining a healthy economy and environment.
Local butchers have been an integral part of our economy and environment for centuries. They provide us with fresh, quality meat that can be used to make meals for ourselves or those we love. As consumers become increasingly aware of the environmental impact their food choices have on the planet, local butchers are becoming more important than ever before in terms of protecting our economy and environment.
In this blog post, we’ll explore why local butchers are so crucial to both these aspects and what steps you can take if you want to support them within your community.
The Benefits Of Shopping Locally For Meat.
Shopping locally has a number of benefits when it comes to purchasing meat.
• Quality – Local butcher shops offer superior cuts at competitive prices because they source directly from small farmers who practice humane animal husbandry methods; free range animals tend to produce higher quality meats due to increased exercise which results in leaner muscle development, better flavor profiles and improved texture overall.
• Freshness– Local butcher shops typically process orders quickly ensuring customers receive fresher product delivered faster than conventional stores whose supply chains may involve multiple middlemen sometimes resulting in weeks between farm gate delivery up until point-of sale purchase by consumer. This reduces risk associated with spoilage over time'. Meat marts allow customers access to display cubicles enabling shoppers inspect goods. Advanced bookings also offers further protection against potential mishandling during transit stages prior arriving store shelves ready for consumption .
• Support The Economy & Environment - By shopping at independent businesses like a local butcher shop helps ensure money circulates through communities rather being funneled off elsewhere thus boosting area economies. This also supports smaller scale sustainable farming practices which helps to reduce negative impacts agriculture production often entails.
Additionally since majority ingredients are sourced nearby there is reduced need to transport materials long distances hence cutting carbon emissions significantly benefiting health climate change initiatives world wide .
Making A Difference Through Your Purchases.
It's never been easier today than it was even just five years ago for people looking to make conscious decisions about where they buy their food from—especially when it comes down specifically selecting sources. Sustainably raised livestock products not considered harmful to ecosystems surrounding them and also welfare of the animals .
Fortunately there ways individuals able contribute positive shift away industrialized agriculture towards more ethical forms sourcing proteins without breaking bank doing so :
• Buy Directly From Butchers – Visit nearest reputable Butcher shop ask questions regarding origin/source Suppliers usually determine whether items purchased meet personal standards regards sustainability humaneness .
Butchers usually happy to discuss details of processes involved in procuring meat they sell including variety cuts available. Butchers also discusses the grades ranging from high end prime low end budget friendly options .The customers' preference is always a pleasant experience working on a one on one basis. The benefit direct dealing is having trustworthiness, accountability and transparency is guaranteed knowing exactly what they are getting with every visit.
• Join Community Supported Meat Sharing Programmes.(CSMSP) - Participate CSMSP programs join collective share responsibility.This reduces costs risks with reward of assorted parts.
CSMSP depending location and provider- setup cooperation system allows members access fresh meat at lowest prices while simultaneously investing in future agricultural endeavors. This strengthens localized networks and aids mutual solidarity among participants.
Lastly dont forget to check labels for certification information.
Conclusion: It goes without saying how essential the role butchers play providing citizens safe nutritious beef. The rise in awareness importance of eating ethically raised livestock coupled with efforts to move away from reliance on heavily dependent processed convenience beef moves us back to basics of real wholesome dishes for healthier happier lifestyles..
Therefore next consider replenishing stock protein supplies remember look no farther than your neighborhood butcher Shop and reap rewards supporting locals sustaining planet same time ...
The amount of waste generated by slaughterhouses is a growing concern for many communities. In order to address this issue, it’s important that we consider green approaches for managing these wastes in an environmentally friendly way.
