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Easy meat: Invest in beef production
Wed, 28 Jan 2009 14:23

Region
Nigeria
Sokoto

Sector
Agriculture & Agri-processing
Food & Beverages

Summary:
Investors have the opportunity to invest in beef production in Sokoto State, situated in north-west Nigeria.
Contact
Dr Buhari Bello Kware

Email
invest.showcase.comm.sokoto@live.com


Investors have the opportunity to invest in beef production in Sokoto State, situated in north-west Nigeria.

Livestock is an integral part of Sokoto State's economy and the area is one of the largest producers of cattle in the country. The current cattle population of Sokoto State is estimated at 2 million. The predominant dual purpose (meat and milk) cattle breeds found in the state are Sokoto Gudali and White Fulani. Others such as Red Bororo 'Yakanji' and 'Azawak' are mainly for beef production.

The beef production capacity of the state is currently 500 000 tonnes per annum with much room for further investment. The state has great potential for investment in a modern ranching system with a modern abattoir and meat factory.

On its part the Sokoto State Government is offering a number of incentives to investment in the agriculture sector. These include:

  • Provision of adequate industrial infrastructure such as access roads, electricity, water and telecommunications facilities, etc.
  • Easy land acquisition
  • Equity participation in viable projects
  • Granting of loan facilities
  • Contact Details: Investors interested in this opportunity should contact:

    Sokoto State Investment Promotion Committee
    Contact: Dr Buhari Bello Kware
    Email: invest.showcase.comm.sokoto@live.com

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