Report: From Zero to Hero - Transforming the HQCF Sector in Nigeria

Due to favorable government policies and incentives, in the last two decades, Nigeria entrepreneurs invested heavily in the High-Quality Cassava Flour (HQCF) sector of the cassava value chain but the sector suffered reverses due to limited market penetration and low patronage by the industrial segment of the market.

In June 2019, IDH commissioned Fred Chemie Limited to conduct Process Audit of four SMEs, train their staff and management on best practices in Quality and Food Safety including HACCP principles and recommend necessary modifications fora system upgrade that will improve product quality and meet the requirements of international food brands. The consultancy was to help SM Es identify quality gaps and upgrade their manufacturing processes and facilities, while Nestlé is committed to offtake the product that meets quality norms and cost competitive. Of the four companies selected, two companies (Goldenlad Nigeria Limited and Atmancorp Nigeria Limited) were able to commit to the financial investment required for the system upgrade.