Over the years, Nigeria has been one of the highest producers of plantain and banana yet this noble produce has never been exported, production remained irrational as its either too much in the market at some times causing glut and wastage or very scarce at other times becoming expensive. There is no clear policy from the government on the industry though individuals have embarked on massive campaign for increase in production and the potentials in the industry, government has played negligible role in the production, processing and marketing of the crop that has been tagged has the third staple food in the country. Cooperatives and associations on these crops are hardly heard or known. It is out of passion for these crops and the huge potential the industry can impact on the economy of the country especially now that its struggling that this association is founded to create a new course and way forward. The aims and objectives of this association are:
1. To organise all existing and intending plantain and banana farmers, processors and marketers.
2. To provide a forum or avenue where members can speak with one voice.
3. To set and improve the standard of production, processing and marketing of plantain and banana which are given to the public, ensure even distribution of produce and maintain fair price profitable to stakeholders and convenient for buyers.
4. To improve plantain and banana industry education at all levels throughout the federation.
5. To participate in planning, policy making and administration of plantain and banana industry at all levels of government.
6. To provide a forum whereby understanding, fellowship and unity can be achieved and maintained at all times amongst all members of plantain and banana industry stakeholders.
7. To raise the status of plantain and banana industry, seek loans, grants and incentives from government, non governmental organisations, financial institutions and international donors.
8. To extend protection:- legal or otherwise.
9. To uphold the international standard of cultivation, harvesting, processing and marketing of plantain and banana to facilitate exportation and balance of trade.
10. To affiliate with All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN) and or fraternize with any other association relevant to plantain and banana industry in Nigeria and international bodies with similar aims and objectives.
11. To establish and maintain good relationship with members of the public, other commodity associations and all levels of government.
12. To establish and maintain good relationship with plantain and banana industry stakeholders in Africa, Commonwealth and other parts of the world.
13. To operate benefit schemes for the members as may be decided by the National Executive council from time to time.
So, if you are an existing or intending plantain and or banana farmer, processor or marketer, make it a date with us for the inuagural meeting of the association at students sport field, University of Ibadan, on August 13th, 2016. For more inquiry call 08167434244, you can also drop your number and first name to join the whatsapp forum.

Felix 08168369914

I pray the outlined objectives become a reality. For participation, what is the financial costs and for those coming from a far distance e.g Delta state where i stay, any logistics arrangement? Thanks for your anticipated reply.

@gr8ofnnetwork, thank you pls drop your number to join the whatsapp forum so that we can attend to your request properly. The issue of accommodation/lodging has been raised but many people agreed we drop it. It can be revisited if many participants request.

Am interested to my number: 08069159677
name Racham

gr8ofnnetwork, no financial cost invovled for now.

Felix nwanbueze(gr8ofnnetwork) 08168369914. Thanks for the organization and timely response

Interested. Intended plantain farmer. Pls add me, number is 08036207453

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Favourable government policy is needed to move the industry forward, only a vibrant association can negotiate for it.

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Every number here has been added but should invade you have not kindly send your WhatsApp number to the above number and you shall be added ASAP ...Thank Sedulus Plantain

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NIGERIA ASSOCIATION OF PLANTAIN AND BANANA STAKEHOLDERS
Over the years, Nigeria has been one of the highest producers of plantain and banana yet this noble produce has never been exported, production remained irrational as its either too much in the market at some times causing glut and wastage or very scarce at other times becoming expensive.

There is no clear policy from the government on the industry though individuals have embarked on massive campaign for increase in production and the potentials in the industry, government has played negligible role in the production, processing and marketing of the crop that has been tagged has the third staple food in the country.

Cooperatives and associations on these crops are hardly heard or known. It is out of passion for these crops and the huge potential the industry can impact on the economy of the country especially now that its struggling that this association is founded to create a new course and way forward.

The aims and objectives of this association are:

1. To organise all existing and intending plantain and banana farmers, processors and marketers.
2. To provide a forum or avenue where members can speak with one voice.
3. To set and improve the standard of production, processing and marketing of plantain and banana which are given to the public, ensure even distribution of produce and maintain fair price profitable to stakeholders and convenient for buyers.
4. To improve plantain and banana industry education at all levels throughout the federation.
5. To participate in planning, policy making and administration of plantain and banana industry at all levels of government.
6. To provide a forum whereby understanding, fellowship and unity can be achieved and maintained at all times amongst all members of plantain and banana industry stakeholders.
7. To raise the status of plantain and banana industry, seek loans, grants and incentives from government, non governmental organisations, financial institutions and international donors.
8. To extend protection:- legal or otherwise.
9. To uphold the international standard of cultivation, harvesting, processing and marketing of plantain and banana to facilitate exportation and balance of trade.
10. To affiliate with All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN) and or fraternize with any other association relevant to plantain and banana industry in Nigeria and international bodies with similar aims and objectives.
11. To establish and maintain good relationship with members of the public, other commodity associations and all levels of government.
12. To establish and maintain good relationship with plantain and banana industry stakeholders in Africa, Commonwealth and other parts of the world.
13. To operate benefit schemes for the members as may be decided by the National Executive council from time to time.

So, if you are an existing or intending plantain and or banana farmer, processor or marketer, make it a date with us for the inuagural meeting of the association at students sport field, University of Ibadan, on August 13th, 2016.

For more inquiry call 08167434244, you can also drop your number and first name to join the whatsapp forum.

Intending farmer

U never add me

sedulus:
Every number here has been added but should invade you have not kindly send your WhatsApp number to the above number and you shall be added ASAP ...Thank Sedulus Plantain

08055655942 Ade

sedulus:
Every number here has been added but should invade you have not kindly send your WhatsApp number to the above number and you shall be added ASAP ...Thank Sedulus Plantain

Yet to be added. Emma, 08036207453

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Add 07039171205

We are interested in procurement of Unripe plantain in kilograms basis from farmers and other suppliers. Please call 07036263805 if you have in good quantity and at the right price.
Supply must be consistent and available all year round.

I will like join
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