Technology: the future of agriculture.

Invest in new technology, not bigger farms, to make profits in agribusiness. The drive to get big in agribusiness is leaking money from most ventures,experts have opined that this drive to get big or get out of agribusiness is the wrong approach. 

 Agribusiness has massive profit potential but the gains of the business is in investing in technology,to be profitable today producers still need to get bigger, but real gains come with investing seriously in agricultural technology, and not simply expansion or farm enlargement. Farmers need strategies to use technology especially precision agriculture ,use of drones,sensors and most importantly use genetic or bio-engineering techniques. 

 The goal to feed the ever increasing population has to be with smart agricultural practices,using technology to boost production, preservation and proper distribution to ensure farm produce is not lost or wasted. The use of technology to foster farms will not be limited to production but to the entire chain if profit and food security is to be achieved. 

 Agriculture with technology(agritech) is the way forward for agribusiness,farmers need to push the bar with innovative technologies which can be done individually or as a group or better still there can be a call for investors in form of partnerships. more

Agribusiness : How to turn your tomato business to a money farm.

Agribusiness : How to turn your tomato business to a money farm. Tomatoes are healthy fruits with massive health benefits as they are rich in lycopene, a carotenoid with antioxidant properties, which is responsible for the deep red color of tomatoes. Fresh raw tomatoes are an excellent source of potassium, vitamin C, and some B-complex vitamins, tomatoes are also low in calories as 100 grams of tomatoes have around 18 calories. Agribusiness : How to turn your tomato business to a money farm. Tomatoes can be processed to paste,puree and ketchup alongside other products. The tomato market is large and a lot needs to be done to prevent the losses currently experienced from farm to market. Investors in the chain can actually tap into value addition in the form of processing the fruit into other products that are also equally beneficial in terms of health and wealth. Tomato business. Tomatoes can be used fresh and raw or processed into other products to prolong shelf-life and increase profit. Here are a few tips for a startup in tomato business. Tomato ketchup : this is by far the most common form of processing,with various brands adding specific ingredients to make their products unique.Ketchup is commonly used with snacks and ready-to-eat foods,the chicken and chips delicacy is not complete without it. Agribusiness : How to turn your tomato business to a money farm. Tomato paste: this is easy and most convenient for working mums, the tomatoes are cut up and processed into ready to use paste. There is another value addition with the tomato paste,it could actually be blended with pepper and some salt to produce a tomapep product. This is a handy ingredient for homes,eateries,school cafeterias and definitely a travel companion when camping out. How to make tomato ketchup;

AGRIBUSINESS: THE ROLE OF WATER IN POULTRY VALUE CHAIN.

AGRIBUSINESS: THE ROLE OF WATER IN POULTRY VALUE CHAIN. Water though a common commodity,its role in the success of the poultry value chain is very significant. Water is used in various capacities and at various levels. The bio security protocols involve water,for mixing,dilutions of chemicals and washing tools and implements. AGRIBUSINESS: THE ROLE OF WATER IN POULTRY VALUE CHAIN. WATER AS A PERFORMANCE INDICATOR IN POULTRY; 1)water is the most effective administration vehicle for drugs and vitamins. 2) water is a diluent for some vaccines to confer immunity on birds. 3)water is necessary for digestion, a chicken requires twice the amount of water to utilize every kg of feed. 4) water essential for metabolism,fecal elimination and temperature regulation. 5) The egg is about 65% water. 6) The chicken body weight is between 60-75% water depending on age and sex. Water is key to proper growth and development,if birds are deprived of water they go into a moulting stage.This can be used to prolong laying period if properly controlled.Impurities and chemicals in water can cause severe mortalities. AGRIBUSINESS: THE ROLE OF WATER IN POULTRY VALUE CHAIN. The availability of water is essential as it can make or mar project.Ensure regular supply of clean,fresh and cool water.

Agribusiness : opportunities in cassava processing in Nigeria.( Echbee Foods)

Agribusiness : opportunities in cassava processing in Nigeria. An indigenous company, Echbee Foods in Lagos has opportunities in the cassava value chain. The vision of the company is to expose the possibilities in the chain thus providing employment .

The mission of echbee foods {the company} is to promote cassava as a new source of nutritious wholesome meals for the family.#agribusiness #cassava The company uses garri to make highly nutritious snacks,food and also packages garri with milk/sugar and groundnut. 

The company seeks young vibrant vendors to market the products, the aim of the company is to help boost cassava production by exploring new feeding preferences and thus support women and children. #cassava #opportunities 

 The company products are flakes, the company is looking for marketers and distributors /sales representatives nation wide. #Agribusiness : opportunities in cassava processing in Nigeria.

 Interested send CV to hbfoods883@gmail.com #opportunities #cassava #Nigeria #Rwanda #Kenya #Tanzania

AGRIBUSINESS: HOW TO ENSURE FOOD SECURITY THROUGH BREED SELECTION AND SELECTIVE BREEDING.

AGRIBUSINESS: HOW TO ENSURE FOOD SECURITY THROUGH BREED SELECTION AND SELECTIVE BREEDING. The bull was originally bred in France in a place called Charolais, hence its name. It is a naturally horned beef animal.In Africa, the largest population of the breed is found in South Africa followed by Kenya, mainly in Laikipia . 

 The Bull heavier than buffalo fetches Sh600,000.Weighing in at 1,050kg, a bull heavier than a buffalo was auctioned for Sh600,000, equivalent to the price of a Probox car. However, if slaughtered in the farm, the bull could fetch Sh1 million.The ‘charolais’ bull was the main attraction during the East Africa Growers Council agribusiness expo in Kabarak University. 

 The four-year-old bull from Kabarak Farm Ltd only feeds on grass and drinks a minimum of 60 litres of water a day, according to the farm manager Joseph Bett.Bett says there are about 107,000 of such animals in the farm and a single dose of artificial insemination costs Sh1,000. The agribusiness expo brought together more than 15,000 farmers, sponsors and exhibitors. Source;The star

Agribusiness : how to make lollipops from zobo leaves.

Agribusiness : how to make lollipops from zobo leaves. These are the steps to turn your zobo to refreshing lollipops for sale. The lollipops could be made at home using cups or you get a mold to make for large scale production. 

 Agribusiness: how to make lollipops from zobo leaves.

 How to make lollipops with zobo leaves. 

1) get the leaves,clean and wash .

 2) boil the leaves for 45 mins. 

3) pour in clean bowl and add flavor. 

 4) pour in your mold and freeze or pour in your plastic cups and freeze. 

 5) remove from mold /cup when frozen and enjoy.

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AGRIBUSINESS:HOW TO TAKE CARE OF CHICKENS.

AGRIBUSINESS:HOW TO TAKE CARE OF CHICKENS. AGRIBUSINESS:HOW TO TAKE CARE OF CHICKENS. The success of the venture depends on following strict health protocols that are wrapped around simple but effective bio security protocol.The health protocol involves vaccinations coupled with medications.The use of drugs take into consideration the withdrawal time,so as not to process birds with antibiotic residue for human consumption. Vaccination refers to a method of disease prevention in healthy animals by challenging the animal with an attenuated/killed agent of a disease so as to elicit the production of antibodies. When vaccinations are done properly and immunity conferred,the animal is said to have been immunized against such causative agents of disease.Vaccination though stimulates antibodies production to protect the animals ,but if not done properly ;the desired immunity will not be conferred.When immunity is not conferred,2 major causes are fingered.These are vaccine failure or vaccine break. When immunity is not conferred due to vaccine break,the following are causes; 1)when the cold chain is broken; usually from point of sale to area you need them.The vaccines are to be transported in coolers with enough ice packs for the trip.The potency of the vaccines cant be guaranteed when this occurs,and when used the required immunity is not conferred. 2) when using inappropriate dilution and concentration; this nullifies any effect the vaccine should have on the birds. 3)when expired vaccines are used,definitely no immunity can be conferred. While vaccine failure could occur in any of the following scenarios;1)using inappropriate dose; under/overdosing will not elicit any antibody reaction. 2)wrong dilution/route. 3)vaccination of sick birds. 4)stress on birds during handling especially in hot weather. 5)Use of chemicals along side the vaccines especially water purification solutions. 6)vaccinating birds when signs of diseases are visible in flock. AGRIBUSINESS:HOW TO TAKE CARE OF CHICKENS. Vaccinations,though very essential ,if not properly carried out will just be a waste of resources. When planning to vaccinate; keep it simple. 1)place vaccine in ice pack. 2)engage qualified personnel. 3) use vaccine as directed by manufacturers.

AGRIBUSINESS: exploring the cashew value chain and empowering women.

AGRIBUSINESS: exploring the cashew value chain and empowering women. Innovations in the cashew value chain provide women the opportunity to become leaders in their families and communities. The cashew nut is delicious, nutritious, and it’s helping many African communities to build sustainable economies especially women. AGRIBUSINESS: exploring the cashew value chain and empowering women. The cashew apple, which is actually the swollen stalk of the true fruit, while the nut is edible with a juicy red or yellow pulp underneath its fleshy exterior and a strong, sweet taste. Despite the potential of the cashew apple as food, this cashew product is traditionally discarded upon harvesting and is considered waste. In fact, there is a great deal of unseen work and “waste” that goes into preparing a trade-ready cashew nut. The nut is first separated from the apple on the farm. Then the cashews must be dried, transported to a processing center, steamed, shelled, peeled, graded and packaged. AGRIBUSINESS: exploring the cashew value chain and empowering women. The Women Entrepreneurs in Cashew Apple Processing Project in Nigeria, an initiative funded by the Citi Foundation, seeks to increase and diversify women’s income through the use of the cashew apple. TechnoServe staff in Nigeria exploring the cashew value chain and empowering women, identified the interest of women and youth – who are largely excluded from participating in the traditional cashew harvest – in learning how to turn the cashew apple into products for local sale. Through training sessions and marketing support, TechnoServe helped 60 women from the Kwara and Kogi States to begin selling cashew plum (a dried fruit snack), cashew honey and cashew cake (locally known as kuli kuli). One of the initiative’s key results is additional income for the participants, an important additional benefit has been the feeling of empowerment gained by women within their families and communities. The project works to sustain this impact by training women to reinvest their earnings from cashew products into off-season businesses. Jemila Musa used the capital from her cashew honey and snacks in 2015 to buy a sewing machine, and established the only tailoring business in town. more

AGRIBUSINESS : Real estate investment and cucumber farming.

AGRIBUSINESS : Real estate investment and cucumber farming. Starting an agribusiness usually requires a piece of land for expression,no matter how small,an investment in real estate is important. Agriculture could also be practiced in urban areas making an investment in real estate a profitable one. Agriculture in living areas could be very profitable if integrated farming is practiced.Investing in real estate alongside agriculture is a double stream of income with several tributaries. A piece of land purchased in residential area could be divided into 2 sections, a part(front ass living quarters) and back (2nd part) as an agricultural area for production. AGRIBUSINESS : Real estate investment and cucumber farming. The area set out for production can be used for fast yielding agricultural ventures such as planting cucumbers, and using the proceeds to start building. Real estate investment and cucumber farming. Land can be acquired in choice locations and set up part of it for farming,the type of farming will depend on the plan you have for the land.If you want to build living quarters for yourself then you can plant on part of the land and use proceeds to finance home. Buying land and waiting for it to appreciate before you sell,then this plan will be to divide land in sections and plant 2 fast yielding produce such as cucumbers and vegetables and turn proceeds to capital to acquire more land. The land could also be leased out to farmers who will use the land for farming and pay you for the lease,either way its a win-win situation. Real estate investment and cucumber farming. This is how to to turn your land to your ATM machine by planting cucumbers. One acre of land will produce 500 bags of 40kg each of fresh cucumbers after 3 months,and a bag of cucumbers sells for between 3k-8k depending on the season.

AGRIBUSINESS: HOW TO USE YOUR PHONE TO CREATE WEALTH IN AGRIBUSINESS.

Phones have become a necessity now if you are to stay on top of your game and make money. Phones have made running business so easy, you can practically carry your business in your hands.

 The phone is a must have in agribusiness.The phone can be used in the following ways to boost productivity and consequently generate wealth.

 The phone can be used to 1) Schedule appointments, write to do lists, and store contacts . It can be used to place an order, advertise your products and even receive cash for goods sold.

 2) A picture  says more than a thousand words. A phone with a good camera advantage will give you an added advantage when you are advertising your products on line.
 A phone with a great camera view to help report any case on your farm using pictorial logs, also recording of an incident ongoing before the vet arrives on site is another advantage .

These pictures and video can be used as evidence for insurance claims.

3)  Messaging: this is not limited to ordinary texts, whats App is a great way to showcase what is happening on your farm. Creation of wealth just got easy with the use of short codes and broadcast messaging advantage of Whats App that allows you to advert your products to a vast number of clientele.

 Building a brand at zero cost is now possible, all you need is a good camera to post daily pictures ,and activities of your business on your social media handles and promote on different forums such as xxxx, pppp, yyyy,e.t.c An app on your phone is a reliable tool in agribusiness.

AGRIBUSINESS: THE ECONOMIC VALUE OF RUNNING A PARK.

AGRIBUSINESS: THE ECONOMIC VALUE OF RUNNING A PARK. The era of wishing to go on a safari/ bird expedition is over, as you can own one right now.The experience of waking up to birdy calls,chirps can only be experienced to fully grasp the feeling.Growing up,and traveling to visit historic places and grannies did take its toll on me,but looking back the experience was priceless. The re-creation of that experience is possible in the city,and yes you can make money from the venture. AGRIBUSINESS: THE ECONOMIC VALUE OF RUNNING A PARK. The park could be personal,just for you and your family or on a large scale,where you open to the public and make money. The personal bird park, has therapeutic effects on the young and old.The setting brings you closer to nature,you walk around different pens,observe different birds and even bond with these creatures. This is a good retirement venture; clear a portion in your yard/if you have a lawn,then you can start something to keep you alert and active. The commercial venture will require more space; hence a large expanse of land is required.The types of species kept depends on your financial capacity,targeted audience and of course your management protocols. AGRIBUSINESS: THE ECONOMIC VALUE OF RUNNING A PARK. The potential of the commercial parks are enormous,aside normal sight seeing by tourists,the educational advantage cant be ignored.The park can give scheduled educational tours to school children for a token.The kids can come to park to learn ,observe some of the birds/other animals they have been taught in school.The park will be an ideal fun zone for children and adults. The park will also be an entertainment zone,where you can take rare pictures,shoot musical videos or even shoot certain scenes of films.The park can house other animals aside birds,depending on your market,the profit from this venture is enormous,much more than i have highlighted. Interested??? send me a mail,and start raking in cool cash.The park could be set up in,using various models and attachment; making every project unique. Imagine waking up to this everyday;

AGRIBUSINESS: ECHBEE FOODS.

ECHBEE FOODS; Agribusiness. Echbee foods, a subsidiary of Echbee vet ventures dealers of hygienically packaged beef, mutton,lamb,,eggs and farm fresh vegetables. The vegetables are fresh and clean ,look The animals are carefully selected and slaughtered in an hygienic environment to ensure food. https://veterinarymedicineechbeebolanle-ojuri.blogspot.com/p/twitter-body-background-color-ffffff.html