Commodity Production Across Nigeria’s Geopolitical Zones
Discover the agricultural diversity, trade potential, and export strengths of Nigeria’s six regions
Nigeria Geopolitical Zone Overview
Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones represent diverse agricultural ecosystems supporting national food security and export trade.
National Agricultural Statistics
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% Workforce in Agriculture
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% Food Supplied by Smallholders
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Million Consumers Supported
Agricultural Strength by Zone
Detailed Zone Breakdown
Major crops include rice, yam, maize, and soybeans. The region is Nigeria’s core food production belt.
Livestock, millet, sorghum, and groundnuts dominate agricultural activity.
Leading producer of grains including maize, millet, sorghum, and tomatoes.
Focuses on cassava processing, palm oil production, and agro-industrial clusters.
Fisheries, aquaculture, rubber, and palm oil production dominate this coastal zone.
Cocoa, poultry, cassava, and oil palm support both export and domestic markets.
Nigeria Export Market Data
Cocoa
Exported globally and supports rural livelihoods.
Sesame
High international demand across Asia and Europe.
Cashew
Major export commodity processed and traded internationally.
Ginger
Premium spice exported to Europe and Asia.
