At REAA Resources Management Ltd (RRM), we specialize in sourcing, processing, and exporting Nigerian agricultural produce to the global market. Nigeria’s agricultural sector is one of the largest in Africa, and international buyers are increasingly interested in high-quality, reliable, and certified farm produce from the country.
Below are answers to the most common questions about Nigerian agricultural exports, curated to help buyers, distributors, and partners understand the opportunities.
Q: What are the 20 Nigerian agricultural export produce?
A: Nigeria exports a wide range of farm produce to global markets. The top 20 agricultural export products in Nigeria are:
Cocoa beans (Nigeria is one of the world’s top cocoa producers)
Cashew nuts (raw & processed)
Sesame seeds (fast-growing demand globally)
Groundnuts (peanuts)
Ginger (popular for spice and health industries)
Hibiscus flowers (Zobo leaves)
Palm kernel oil
Rubber
Soybeans
Shea nuts & shea butter
Cotton
Melon seeds (Egusi)
Coffee
Yam (processed: yam flour, yam chips)
Banana & plantain (dried or chips)
Gum arabic
Chili pepper
Maize (processed forms)
Tiger nuts
Honey
Q: What agricultural produce can be exported from Nigeria?
A: Almost all crops and agro-products from Nigeria can be exported once they meet international quality, packaging, and phytosanitary standards. The main categories include:
Cash crops: Cocoa, cashew, sesame, cotton, rubber.
Food crops: Yam, cassava, maize, rice (mainly in processed forms).
Spices & herbs: Ginger, turmeric, hibiscus, chili pepper.
Oils & nuts: Palm oil, shea butter, groundnut oil, palm kernel oil.
Animal products: Honey, hides & skins, fish (dried/smoked).
Fruits: Mango, pineapple, citrus, banana (often dried or processed).
These products are attractive to international buyers because of their organic nature, natural taste, and competitive pricing.
Q: Who are the top 10 largest exporters of agricultural products globally?
A: Globally, the top agricultural exporters are:
United States
Netherlands
Brazil
China
Germany
France
Canada
Spain
Italy
Indonesia
Nigeria is not yet in the global top 10 but is rapidly growing its agricultural export market share, especially in cocoa, cashew nuts, sesame seeds, and ginger.
Q: What is the most exported agricultural product of Nigeria?
A: Overall export leader: Crude oil and petroleum products remain Nigeria’s largest export.
In Agriculture: The most exported agricultural products of Nigeria are cocoa beans, sesame seeds, and cashew nuts. These three account for a majority share of Nigeria’s agricultural export revenue.
Q: What are Nigeria’s agricultural exports?
A: Nigeria’s agricultural exports are farm produce and processed agricultural goods shipped to global markets. The leading exports include:
Cocoa beans & cocoa derivatives
Cashew nuts (raw & processed)
Sesame seeds
Ginger
Groundnuts (peanuts)
Rubber
Palm oil & palm kernel products
Shea nuts & shea butter
Hibiscus flowers
Cotton
