Most of the Ginger that is available for International trade is simply Sun-Dried over a few days. Our Ginger is dried to between 7-10% moisture content. Much of Nigeria’s Ginger is used for the Distillation of Essential Oils and the Extraction of Oleoresin for Flavoring and Seasoning.
Ginger is one of the most widely used food seasonings in modern diets, Nigeria has one of the best-flavored varieties globally. It is actually part of the plant family that includes turmeric cardamom that has huge health benefits.
Ginger is now one of the most important trade commodities in the world. Its medicinal, culinary, and cosmetic uses cannot be overemphasized as well as its following economic importance.
Benefits of Ginger
Cash Crop
It is an important cash crop grown in Nigeria for its aromatic rhizome.
Source of Foreign Exchange
It is exported to other countries which gives valuable foreign exchange.
Raw Materials
It is used in industries as raw materials for making drinks, confectionaries, etc.
Medicinal uses
It is used in pharmaceuticals for the production of important medicines and cosmetics.
Source of income and revenue
Ginger can be cultivated any time of the year and anywhere whether inside or outside. It is a very versatile crop and can be cultivated 3-5 months after it was planted.
