Nigerians just want to eat: Analysis of Farmers and Food Transporters challenges likely to impede National Food Security
Approximately 47 percent of Nigerian growers have no access to any kind of storage facilities during the harvest. This was disclosed in a report by SBM Intel, a geopolitical research and strategic communications consulting firm. The report is titled: “Nigerians just want to eat: Analysis of Farmers and Food Transporters challenges likely to impede National Food Security.” It claims that ‘Agricultural products are easily perishable while production remains seasonal, and demand for farm produce is present throughout the year. In our survey, almost half (47%) of the farmers interviewed had no access to any kind of storage facilities. The lack of storage facilities contributes to post-harvest losses which could get as high as 60 percent for tubers, fruits and vegetables.’
