Agro Products from Nigeria for Export: Complete Guide for Global Buyers
Nigeria is Africa’s largest economy and one of the continent’s top producers of agricultural products. With a diverse climate, vast arable land, and a growing agro-processing sector, the country offers a wide range of agro products for export — from raw commodities to semi-processed goods.
Whether you’re a diaspora entrepreneur, an international buyer, or a local Nigerian farmer or aggregator, now is the right time to explore agro product exports from Nigeria. And with Wigmore Trading, you can handle everything from sourcing to shipping — with full compliance and global reach.
Why Export Agro Products from Nigeria?
Advantage | Benefit |
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🌾 Rich agricultural base | Access to fresh, organic, and high-demand crops |
📈 Global market demand | Growing need for superfoods, herbs, and natural ingredients |
💼 Low entry cost | Favorable local sourcing prices for high-margin products |
🌍 Strategic trade agreements | ECOWAS, AfCFTA, and bilateral trade benefits |
Top Agro Products from Nigeria for Export
Below are Nigeria’s most in-demand agricultural exports:
🌶️ Dried Ginger
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Nigeria is one of the world’s largest producers
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Used in spices, teas, and pharmaceuticals
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Exported in sliced or powdered form
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HS Code: 091010
🌺 Hibiscus Flower (Zobo Leaves)
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Widely used in herbal teas and beverages
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Strong demand from the US, Mexico, and Europe
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Must be properly dried and packaged
🥜 Sesame Seeds
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Used in oil production and bakery products
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High export value to Japan, China, and Turkey
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White and brown varieties available
🌰 Cashew Nuts (Raw and Processed)
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Nigeria ranks top 5 globally in raw cashew production
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Can be exported shelled or unshelled
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Huge market in India and Vietnam
🌴 Palm Oil & Palm Kernel
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Refined or crude palm oil for food and industrial uses
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Palm kernel cake for animal feed export
🍅 Dried Vegetables
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Okra, bitter leaf, ugu (fluted pumpkin)
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Sun-dried and packaged for diaspora markets
🌿 Other Agro Products
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Shea butter (raw and refined)
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Ogbono seeds
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Egusi (melon seeds)
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Tiger nuts
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Chilli peppers
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Moringa leaves and powder
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Garlic and onions (dried form)
How to Start Exporting Agro Products from Nigeria
✅ 1. Product Selection & Sourcing
Choose the product(s) based on:
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Market demand
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Seasonality and availability
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Processing and packaging options
📦 Wigmore Trading helps identify reliable producers and cooperatives for bulk sourcing.
✅ 2. Processing, Grading & Packaging
Agro exports must meet international food safety and packaging standards:
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Cleaned, sorted, and graded
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Dried to acceptable moisture levels
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Packed in export-ready bags or containers
🎯 Private label packaging also available for branded exporters.
✅ 3. Obtain Export Documentation
Common export documents include:
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NEPC (Nigerian Export Promotion Council) registration
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Phytosanitary certificate from NAQS (for plant products)
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SONCAP (Standards Organisation of Nigeria) certification
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Commercial invoice, packing list, and bill of lading
📝 Wigmore Trading supports you with all documentation and compliance steps.
✅ 4. Freight & Shipping Logistics
Choose between:
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Air freight for small, high-value orders (e.g. hibiscus, ginger)
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Sea freight for bulk and containerized goods (e.g. cashew, sesame)
🚚 Wigmore Trading provides:
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Consolidation for smaller exporters
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Full container (FCL) or LCL shipments
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Customs clearance and delivery to Europe, US, Middle East, and Asia
Why Choose Wigmore Trading?
As a UK- and Nigeria-based company, Wigmore Trading simplifies agro exports with:
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✅ Trusted product sourcing from verified Nigerian farms
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✅ Full export documentation and compliance support
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✅ International freight forwarding and logistics
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✅ GBP, USD, or NGN payment options
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✅ Support for bulk and small-scale exporters
Whether you’re an agro-export startup or a growing global buyer, we help you trade with confidence.
Use Cases
🛒 Diaspora-Owned Afro Stores
Want to import packaged ginger, garri, or hibiscus to the UK or US? We’ll ship it directly to your warehouse.
🧑💼 Agro Export Startups
Let us help you get started with product selection, testing, packaging, and first shipment.
📦 Global Wholesalers
We consolidate agro products from Nigerian farms and deliver them internationally at competitive rates.
Final Thoughts
Nigeria’s agricultural sector is brimming with opportunity — and its agro products are in demand worldwide. Whether you’re looking to start small or scale large, Wigmore Trading is your trusted partner for agro product exports from Nigeria.
📞 Contact Wigmore Trading today to:
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Request a sourcing quote
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Get export documentation support
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Arrange your first shipment to the UK, US, or beyond
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