Bitter kola

Bitter Kola

Garcinia kola

The bitter kola (aka Garcinia kola) is very popular in Southern Nigeria. It is believed to have many health benefits and has been used traditionally to treat common colds, coughs and many other conditions.

Cattle by-products

Dried and crushed horns, bones and hooves

Cattle by-products can be used for a variety of products including organic fertilisers, protein-based fire extinguishers and foam for light-weight cellular concrete.

Chilli

Capsicum

Chillis are the spicy fruits of the Capsicum plant, which belongs to the Solanaceae family.

Coconut

Cocos nucifera

The coconut is one of the most widely used fruits in the world, with applications ranging from cosmetics to cooking, and even cleaning.

Dried Ginger

Zingiber officinale

In its dried state, ginger can be powdered and used to make teas, as ingredients for cosmetic products and much more.

Dried Hibiscus

Hibiscus

Dried hibiscus can be used to make teas, jellies, fruits pastes, medicines and several other products.

Groundnuts

Arachis hypogaea

The groundnut (also known as peanut) is one of the most popular legumes in the world. It is a staple in many societies as a snack or cooking ingredient.

Groundnuts also offer a range of byproducts, some of which are quite popular

Kola nut

Cola acuminata

The kola nut is derived from the kola tree (Cola acuminata or Cola nitida). It is packed with caffeine and is used in many cola drinks and energy drinks.

Sesame seeds

Sesamum indicum

The sesame seed, with nutty, rich flavour is a great addition to baked goods and crackers, to mention a few. Sesame seeds are also a key ingredient in many Asian dishes.