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CASSAVA PROCESSING AND MARKETING

Farmers are advised to process the raw material (cassava roots) locally into food products or sell to large-scale cassava processing factories.

Storing raw cassava roots after harvest is not encouraged because it is laborintensive and effective for only a limited time.

The IITA cassava value chain unit links farmers to cassava processing factories such as the MATNA Foods Company Limited, Ogbese-Akure, Ondo State, Nigerian Starch Mills Limited, Uli-Ihiala, Anambra State, and EKHA Agro, a Glucose Syrup producing factory, Ogun State.

BENEFITS OF CASSAVA PROCESSING:

*️⃣Increased Value:
Processing adds value to cassava, leading to higher profits for producers.

*️⃣Product Diversification:
Processing allows for the creation of a wider range of products, including those for human consumption and industrial use.

*️⃣Food Security:
Cassava processing can contribute to food security by providing a reliable source of carbohydrates and other nutrients.

*️⃣Economic Opportunities:

The cassava processing industry can create employment and income opportunities, particularly in rural areas.

Examples of Cassava by Products:

*️⃣ Garri :

A popular staple food in many parts of Africa, made by fermenting and frying cassava flour.

*️⃣ Chips: Dried and fried cassava slices, a common snack and side dish.

*️⃣ Flour : Ground cassava, used for various cooking and baking applications.

*️⃣ Starch: Extracted from cassava, used in food and industrial applications like textiles and paper.

*️⃣ Ethanol : Used as a biofuel in Brazil.

Other products : Industrial caramel, glucose, and other products made from cassava.

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*IMPORTANT UPDATE*
Be reminded that is Training start *today by 8pm*

*PLEASE TAKE NOTE OF THE FOLLOWING*

1️⃣ This is Practical CASSAVA FARMING TRAINING EXPO. therefore you are to Practice what are going to learn from this training.

2️⃣ The Training Session will be Presented in:
✓Writing Format
✓Pictorial Format( Visual & Video)
✓Voice Note.
✓Example and Demonstration Farms.

This is to ensure good Understanding and Illustration of Practical Step to Take.

3️⃣ There Will be Time For Everyone to Ask question at the end of the Session each day. Therefore the group will be open immediately after the Training Session each day.

4️⃣ This Practical CASSAVA FARMING TRAINING will at the end
Provide Mentorship & Consultation to assist Trainees in setting-up their Farms, so put in your best in the Training Session.

5️⃣ The Trainees will also be Assisted with the Following:
✓ 50 bundles of TME 419 stem.
✓Herbicide - Post-emergence.

6️⃣ The PRACTICAL CASSAVA FARMING TRAINING MANUAL Which has Trained More than 500 Person is already in E- Book Pdf Format it will available for Purchase at the End of the Training Session.

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*Time: 8pm*

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HOW DO I USE ZERO INPUT TECHNOLOGY FOR A GOOD YIELD?

• Choose a good soil with medium fertility and good drainage.

• Avoid stony, clayey or water-logged soils.

• Use a site that has been well maintained.

• Practice minimum tillage in sandy soils to conserve
organic matter, and moisture, and to reduce soil erosion.

.Avoid shallow and hard soils or alternatively,
make ridges or mounds to increase
the topsoil volume per plant for a better
establishment.

• Choose improved varieties with the highest and most stable performance in different locations.

• Select planting materials from healthy cassava plants (10-12 months old) without stem and leaf damage from pests and diseases

• Handle the stems carefully to avoid bruising or damaging the nodes and to improve sprouting. For
example:
– Do not use force when tying the stems in bundles and when loading into vehicles.
– Cut the middle stems into 25cm lengths with 5–7 nodes; middle portions establish better than the tips and basal parts.

• Plant at the right time to ensure healthy sprouting and good crop establishment. Dry season planting is not recommended when the rains stop early or where the water table is low. There will not be enough moisture to allow sprouting and the stems to survive. In general, cassava should be planted when 2 months of soil moisture is expected after planting.

• Plant at the correct spacing. The recommended planting space is 1 m × 0.8 m for non-branching types and 1 m × 1 m for branching types

• Weed the farm early. Early weeding is easier, and prevents weeds from competing with the crop for nutrients, water, light, and space at that important period. If planting early in the rainy season, weed at 4, 8 or 12 weeks after planting. If the rainy season ends before this schedule can be completed, continue weeding during the following rainy season at 6–10 weeks after the rains begin.

ZERO INPUT TECHNOLOGIES TO
INCREASE YIELDS

You can grow cassava using zero input technology.
This does not need chemicals, such as fertilizers and
herbicides, or organic compost.
The zero input method
encourages biological activity in the soil and provides
natural protection from diseases. It can guarantee good
yields, provided that farmers prepare the land well, use
the right varieties, plant at the right spacing and time,
and ensure a weed-free farm.

WHAT DOES ZERO INPUT TECHNOLOGY MEAN?

• Zero input technology is meant to inform resource poor farmers about what they can do to get a good yield when they lack capital to purchase inputs.

• It focuses on how farmers can use their agronomic skills to achieve high yields.
• It proves that the use of chemical inputs is not the only way to promote a good yield.

HOW DO I USE ZERO INPUT TECHNOLOGY FOR A GOOD?

First picture is a sample of a good Fertile Soil.

Second picture is a sample of poor soil

We are running down on Simple step to take in Cassava Farming

1.SELECT A GOOD SITE FOR YOUR FARMING
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1. A.What makes a soil fertile?

* Large amounts of topsoil
*Rich in macronutrients (nitrogen, phosphorus,
A typical soil pit with rich topsoil.
magnesium, sulphur,
and potassium) and
micronutrients (boron,
cobalt, copper, iron,
manganese, molybdenum,
zinc, etc.)

*Soil acidity/alkalinity
between pH of 6.0 and
7.5.
*Large amounts of organic
matter which improve soil
structure and nutrient and
moisture retention.

*Good drainage and
aeration.

* Presence of soil
organisms that enhance
availability of nutrient for
plant growth.

How Can you Identify A Fertile Soil?

1. Vegetative growth – a fertile soil s good crop growth

2. Results of soil analysis.

3. Visual symptoms or signs of active biological activities
on the soil surface (e.g., worm casts).

Here are 10 uses of cassava:

1. Food Production:

Cassava is a staple food in many parts of the world, used to make dishes like fufu and garri, and to produce flour for baking and other food products
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2. Tapioca:

Cassava starch, or tapioca, is used in various food products as a thickening agent, especially in puddings and pies.

3. Animal Feed:
Dried cassava chips and pellets are used as a source of feed for animals, providing a carbohydrate-rich food source.

4. Biofuel:
Cassava can be used to produce bioethanol, a renewable fuel source.

5. Industrial Applications:
Cassava starch is used in various industrial processes, such as in the manufacture of glues, textiles, and paper.

6. Medications:
Cassava starch can be used as a binding agent and filler in the pharmaceutical industry for pills and capsules.

7. Substitute for High Fructose Corn Syrup:
Scientists are exploring the possibility of using cassava or tapioca syrup as a substitute for high fructose corn syrup.

8. Textile Industry
Cassava starch is used in the textile industry for scaling coarse yarn.

9. Alcohol Production:
Cassava can be fermented to produce alcohol, which can be used in various industrial applications.

10. Dietary Supplement:

CROPS THAT CAN BE INTERCROP WITH CASSAVA[sup][/sup]


1. Maize: A Productive Partner for Cassava
Maize is a popular choice for intercropping with cassava, offering numerous benefits that improve productivity and profitability.

By combining these two crops, farmers can make the most of their land while ensuring a steady source of income.

One of the key advantages of intercropping maize is the early income it provides.

Since maize matures much faster than cassava, farmers can generate revenue well before their cassava is ready for harvest.

This staggered income stream helps bridge financial gaps during cassava’s longer growing cycle.

Additionally, maize and cassava utilize different soil layers. While maize draws nutrients from the upper soil, cassava’s deep roots tap into lower levels, minimizing competition and ensuring both crops thrive.

This pairing promotes better pest and disease control by creating a diverse growing environment.

Farmers should carefully plan planting distances and monitor crop growth to achieve optimal results and prevent competition for light and nutrients.


2. Beans: Enriching the Soil and Your Yield
Intercropping beans with cassava is a smart move for farmers seeking to improve soil health and land productivity.

Beans, particularly bush varieties or shorter climbing beans, are a natural complement to cassava.

Beans enhance soil fertility through nitrogen fixation, a process that enriches the soil without the need for synthetic fertilizers.

This creates a fertile environment for cassava, leading to healthier growth and better yields.

Moreover, beans mature quickly, offering an early harvest that provides food or income well before the cassava is ready.

With proper planning, beans can grow alongside cassava without competing for resources like sunlight or space.

This pairing not only boosts productivity but also aligns with sustainable farming practices by reducing reliance on chemical fertilizers.

Related: What are the Intra and Inter-row Spacing for Cassava?

3. Dwarf Pigeon Pea: A Resilient Ally
Dwarf pigeon pea is a hardy legume that pairs exceptionally well with cassava. It offers several benefits, including weed control and soil fertility improvement.

The dense ground cover provided by pigeon peas suppresses weed growth by blocking sunlight, reducing the need for herbicides.

At the same time, its nitrogen-fixing ability enriches the soil, creating a nutrient-rich environment for cassava.

The roots of the pigeon pea also improve soil structure, enhancing water retention and reducing compaction, which benefits cassava’s deep-rooted system.

By intercropping with dwarf pigeon peas, farmers can improve both yield and sustainability, making it an invaluable addition to cassava farming.0t potatoes with cassava is an excellent way to optimize land use and ensure sustainable farming.

4.Sweet potato vines grow aboveground, while cassava’s roots extend deep into the soil, reducing competition for resources.

Sweet potatoes mature in just a few months, providing a quick return on investment.

Their sprawling vines also protect the soil from erosion and help retain moisture, creating favorable conditions for cassava.

This combination ensures efficient resource use and higher overall farm productivity.


5. Cowpeas: A Versatile Choice
Cowpeas are another fantastic crop to intercrop with cassava. Known for their ability to fix atmospheric nitrogen, cowpeas naturally enrich the soil, reducing the need for chemical fertilizers.

Cowpeas mature faster than cassava, giving farmers an additional income source early in the season.

Their versatility in the market whether sold fresh or dried further adds their appeal.

By carefully planning planting distances, farmers can ensure that cowpeas and cassava grow harmoniously, improving productivity and profitability.


6. Groundnuts: A Dual-Purpose Companion
Groundnuts, or peanuts, are a practical choice for intercropping with cassava, offering both economic and environmental advantages.

As a legume, groundnuts fix nitrogen in the soil, boosting fertility and ing cassava growth.

Their shorter growth cycle means farmers can harvest them earlier, providing an additional revenue stream.

Groundnuts also have high market demand, making them a reliable source of income.

By intercropping groundnuts with cassava, farmers can reduce their reliance on synthetic fertilizers and diversify their income, ensuring long-term sustainability.

We are going to run down some basic steps on how to begin a cassava farm.

STEP 1: PICK A GOOD SITE FOR THE FARM

Cassava thrives in thick loamy soil, good rainfall and a warm climate. Picking the right location for your cassava farm is the first and most important part of owning a successful cassava farm.

The ideal farm location for cassava farming is a location with humid/warm climates. This is where cassava grows best. In preparing the land for planting cassava, the land has to be sufficiently drained, since cassava can’t abide by a waterlogged soil. The soil would have to be ploughed thoroughly and drained.

The soil’s fertility should be high. A fertile soil will inadvertently lead to a very good harvest.

SEED VARIETY

In planting cash crops, the varieties with the highest yield must be coveted. Cassava with high yield includes TME419, TME582, TMS1632, and the vitamin A fortified yellow cassava. These four different varieties of cassava can give off an average of 25-40 tons of cassava.

Choosing the right variety of cassava can be as tedious as finding the right farmland. The hack is to know what the cassava is going to be used for after harvest. Is it going to be for human consumption? Do you want it to grow fast? Do you want it to be highly resistant to pests and diseases?

Knowledge of the combination that you desire will lead you on the path to finding the perfect variety to cultivate.

TRAINING OBJECTIVE

Do you have an interest in farming and you need to gain expertise in your
identified area of specialisation?

Would you like to gain more insights as a Cassava farmer on how to get
optimum yield each planting season?

Are you an investor with an interest in the agricultural sector, but not
enough knowledge as to where to invest your funds?
If you answered yes to any of the questions above, then this course is for
you!

Nigeria is currently the world’s largest producer of cassava; followed by Thailand, Brazil and Indonesia. Still, the country is not one of the major exporters of cassava, as many people have not taken advantage of this huge market. However, before you rush in, it is important that you get the technical know-how to thrive in the sector, and that is what this training will do for you.

It will:



Enhance your expertise in cassava farming
Help you to avoid common pitfalls that adversely affect cassava yields
Increase your potential to make profit in cassava farming Get ready to be a pro-cassava farmer and start earning returns from your investment!

COURSE OUTLINE

1. Introduction to the Course
2.Land Preparation
3.Cassava Variety
4.Planting of Stems
5.Soil Types
6. Types of Fertilisers
7.Application of Fertilisers
8.Diseases and Pests
9. Cassava Harvesting
10. Post-harvest Management
11.Cassava Markets

TRAINING DETAILS

The Pro Cassava-Farmer Training is unique as it not only teaches you how to plant cassava, but also exposes you to the other factors affecting your yield. The module will acquaint you with both general and specialised knowledge in Cassava Processing in Nigeria.

In the first segment, you will be taught the basics, such as the type of land most suitable for planting Cassava and how to prepare the land before planting for a good output. The second segment encomes learning such as how to identify good stems and how to plant for better yields.

You will also learn about the climate and soil type that best suit Cassava cultivation as well as fertilizer application. In the third segment, you will learn about the diseases and pest types that Cassava plants are prone to, what makes them more prone to these as well as what to do when your plants are affected; when and how to harvest Cassava Processing in Nigeria and products that can be processed from your yield.

Don’t miss this golden opportunity to position yourself as one of the elite cassava farmers out there!

At the end of this course, you will:

Gain expert knowledge on how to plant cassava
Be taken through the technicalities of getting optimum yield
Be well prepared to practice what you have learned
Identify what you have been doing wrong if you are already a Cassava farmer
Learn about the various end products of your Cassava yield
Train others to become Pro-cassava farmers.
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Do you have an interest in farming and you need to gain expertise in your
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1.Highly Profitable Crop-Cassava is more profitable than maize. The gross margins per hector of Cassava is three times higher than that of maize.

2.Ready Market: Cassava is very easy to sell. The domestic market is huge. Cassava is also used for industrial purposes like in baking, making of cardboards, packaging materials, beer, starch, glue, baking and many more. Therefore the market for both cassava and floor is huge.

3.Cassava is drought resistant compared to maize, making it a good for household and national food security.

4.Cassava is easy to store. The crop can be harvested only as needs arise. The surplus can be stored under ground thereby resulting in low post harvest losses.

5.The crop is disease resistant. No need for insecticides, thus cheaper and easy to manage
Can grow almost everywhere, regardless of the soil fertility.

6.Multiple uses-. All parts of the plant are useful. Leaves can be used for vegetables, stems are used for planting, roots or tubers can be used to make floor, chips, or can be eaten raw.

7.Widely consumed in many African regions countries. Staple food in many regions.
Can be processed using the most basic or natural methods like just socking, sun-drying and pounding.

8.Huge demand for both domestic and industrial use.

9.Can be inter-cropped with other crops like millet, maize, groundnuts, and beans.

10.Does not require and chemical fertilizers, making it cheaper to grow.

11.Rich source of starch and carbohydrates, making it a good security crop.

12.Complementarity-Cassava can be consumed together or mixed with other crops. Tates supper with groundnuts, beans. Cassava floor mixed with maize meal tastes better.

13.Huge potential for commercialization- cassava can easily or will soon be a commercial crop given it’s multiple industrial uses like the making of starch, flour, beer etc.

14.Cassava leaves are nutritious with some medicinal properties.

In conclusion, cassava farming presents a plethora of opportunities and advantages that make it a standout choice for both novice and experienced farmers.

Its profitability, ready market, and adaptability to various climates and soil conditions make it an appealing crop for agricultural investment.

Whether you’re considering cassava or any other crop, livestock, or other areas of agriculture, we’re here to guide you.

Our team can help you craft a detailed business plan tailored to your agricultural venture, ensuring you’re well-equipped for success.

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Cassava has always been a source of income and food for thousands, if not millions, of Nigerians and Africans.

A whopping 90% of Nigerian households eat a cassava product every day, ranging from garri to wheat flour. As the population in Nigeria and Africa grows, the demand for this farm produce grows too, leading to higher income for cassava farmers.

cassava is one of the most important cash crops in the world, and due to this, investing in cassava farming is sure to be a lucrative venture, as long as you have the sufficient training required to get started and turn viable profits.

So, we ask ourselves why haven’t more people ventured into cassava farming?
The answer in most cases is the absence of capital.

Another reason is that the prospective cassava farmers have no idea on how to start.

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We are going to run down some basic steps on how to begin a cassava farm......
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What's is a Cassava Farming business plan

A Cassava business plan is a documented strategy for an Agricultural business that highlights its goals and its plans for achieving them. It outlines a company's go-to-market plan, financial projections, market research, business purpose, and mission statement. Key staff who are responsible for achieving the goals may also be included in the business plan along with a timeline.


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