Post by Trade Coach on Aug 25, 2021 22:36:08 GMT 1
How To Start Lucrative Breadfruit Farming Business In Nigeria- All You Need To Know – Part 1
In this article we are going to discuss all relevant information and details you need on this exotic fruit also known as Ukwa in Igbo.
It is an edible traditional fruit belonging to the Moraceae family; it is also related to other exotic fruits like Breadnut, Jackfruit, Figs and Mulberries.
The scientific name is Treculia Africana, it is highly sought-after because of its medicinal properties; containing moderate levels of essential vitamins and minerals.
In Nigeria, especially the Igbo race; it can be eaten as a main meal at important occasions like celebrations. It is not being consumed at all times because of scarcity.
It is important that you understand that breadfruit is an economic tree which if properly managed can make you millions within a very short time because the demand far more exceeds supply.
Breadfruit farming is very good for those who are into farming multiple trees and vegetables.
In this article we are discussing farming of breadfruit and not medicinal properties or health benefits; we shall come to those later in the series.
This plant is found mostly in Malay Peninsula, South East Asia and other parts of the world. In Nigeria it is mostly consumed in the South East part of the country, which is inhabited by the Igbo race. But it can grow in any warm climatic land.
The fruit weighs about 3-4 kg when ripened ready for use. It can be used for many things like candies and cakes too. The uses are so many; we will come to that later in the series.
When you eat it raw, it tastes like cassava; when cooked it tastes like potato or bread. The leaves are used for feeding livestock like goats, cows and pigs and others.
We will deal extensively with Ukwa business so that you know everything that will make you rich as a farmer or just a businessman dealing in this fruit. Ukwa fruit is highly sought-after in the metropolitan cities.
The first thing to consider in the business of setting up an Ukwa farm is land selection.
The land to be used should be a farmland, probably owned by you. As much as possible let the land be near the market where the product will be sold; but in these modern times with better evacuation methods this cannot pose much problems.
The land should be friendly for raising crops and should be accessible to the people who would be working there.
The tree has a lifespan of between 60-100 years. This is the reason why you should not lease a land for this purpose. This is an economic tree; it will outlive many people that saw it when it was planted.
Generation will make money from it; imagine if you have such trees about 100 of them planted in your farm, the family will enjoy them for a very long time.
Breadfruit matures and starts bearing fruit in 3-5 years after planting. It is not a type of plant you start reaping the gains after six months, no; it takes a bit of time, and therefore you need to understand this.
How To Prepare Your Land For Breadfruit Planting
Before you start planting on the land, first remove all trees that can pose as impediments to the growth of your breadfruit trees. But leave the ones that will serve as shades for the time being.
If there are no existing trees on the land, then you need to plant fast growing trees that will serve as shades, shelter, protectors and windbreaks for your young plants.
Create manure or compost by yourself with the grasses you will get from the weeding of the farm; heap them together for your natural fertilizer.
The soil as usual should be well drained, sandy and loamy; it should be rich in organic matter.
Please do not plant in shallow soil; the soil to be used for planting breadfruit should be deep and the land should not be water logged in any form.
Ph level of 6.0-7.0 is ideal in a soil that is high in organic matter and high level of nutrients.
Your measurements should be accurate, if possible use a measurement tape for measuring the land. The holes should be 45-60 cm in length, 45-60 cm wide and 25-30 cm deep.
Digging of the holes should be done for some time before commencement of the planting, after which you can bury the compost you prepared earlier or get new ones; this will act as additional nutrients for the soil in the holes. The compost will be releasing nutrients gradually into the soil.
Dear farmer, you can see the steps and intricacies of getting the best out of your farm. Do not neglect all these processes and instructions; they are the differences you see between a successful and unsuccessful farmers or farms.
In the second article in the series, we will continue with other processes involved in profitable breadfruit (Ukwa) farming business in Nigeria.
To create wealth you need to be patient, the Breadfruit we are eating and enjoying today was planted by farmers many years ago; so be patient and create wealth for future generations.
Do not forget that we train exporters at our training centre; should you want to receive the best export training in Nigerian exportable commodities, contact the admin of this forum for more information.
Stay with us.
In this article we are going to discuss all relevant information and details you need on this exotic fruit also known as Ukwa in Igbo.
It is an edible traditional fruit belonging to the Moraceae family; it is also related to other exotic fruits like Breadnut, Jackfruit, Figs and Mulberries.
The scientific name is Treculia Africana, it is highly sought-after because of its medicinal properties; containing moderate levels of essential vitamins and minerals.
In Nigeria, especially the Igbo race; it can be eaten as a main meal at important occasions like celebrations. It is not being consumed at all times because of scarcity.
It is important that you understand that breadfruit is an economic tree which if properly managed can make you millions within a very short time because the demand far more exceeds supply.
Breadfruit farming is very good for those who are into farming multiple trees and vegetables.
In this article we are discussing farming of breadfruit and not medicinal properties or health benefits; we shall come to those later in the series.
This plant is found mostly in Malay Peninsula, South East Asia and other parts of the world. In Nigeria it is mostly consumed in the South East part of the country, which is inhabited by the Igbo race. But it can grow in any warm climatic land.
The fruit weighs about 3-4 kg when ripened ready for use. It can be used for many things like candies and cakes too. The uses are so many; we will come to that later in the series.
When you eat it raw, it tastes like cassava; when cooked it tastes like potato or bread. The leaves are used for feeding livestock like goats, cows and pigs and others.
We will deal extensively with Ukwa business so that you know everything that will make you rich as a farmer or just a businessman dealing in this fruit. Ukwa fruit is highly sought-after in the metropolitan cities.
The first thing to consider in the business of setting up an Ukwa farm is land selection.
The land to be used should be a farmland, probably owned by you. As much as possible let the land be near the market where the product will be sold; but in these modern times with better evacuation methods this cannot pose much problems.
The land should be friendly for raising crops and should be accessible to the people who would be working there.
The tree has a lifespan of between 60-100 years. This is the reason why you should not lease a land for this purpose. This is an economic tree; it will outlive many people that saw it when it was planted.
Generation will make money from it; imagine if you have such trees about 100 of them planted in your farm, the family will enjoy them for a very long time.
Breadfruit matures and starts bearing fruit in 3-5 years after planting. It is not a type of plant you start reaping the gains after six months, no; it takes a bit of time, and therefore you need to understand this.
How To Prepare Your Land For Breadfruit Planting
Before you start planting on the land, first remove all trees that can pose as impediments to the growth of your breadfruit trees. But leave the ones that will serve as shades for the time being.
If there are no existing trees on the land, then you need to plant fast growing trees that will serve as shades, shelter, protectors and windbreaks for your young plants.
Create manure or compost by yourself with the grasses you will get from the weeding of the farm; heap them together for your natural fertilizer.
The soil as usual should be well drained, sandy and loamy; it should be rich in organic matter.
Please do not plant in shallow soil; the soil to be used for planting breadfruit should be deep and the land should not be water logged in any form.
Ph level of 6.0-7.0 is ideal in a soil that is high in organic matter and high level of nutrients.
Your measurements should be accurate, if possible use a measurement tape for measuring the land. The holes should be 45-60 cm in length, 45-60 cm wide and 25-30 cm deep.
Digging of the holes should be done for some time before commencement of the planting, after which you can bury the compost you prepared earlier or get new ones; this will act as additional nutrients for the soil in the holes. The compost will be releasing nutrients gradually into the soil.
Dear farmer, you can see the steps and intricacies of getting the best out of your farm. Do not neglect all these processes and instructions; they are the differences you see between a successful and unsuccessful farmers or farms.
In the second article in the series, we will continue with other processes involved in profitable breadfruit (Ukwa) farming business in Nigeria.
To create wealth you need to be patient, the Breadfruit we are eating and enjoying today was planted by farmers many years ago; so be patient and create wealth for future generations.
Do not forget that we train exporters at our training centre; should you want to receive the best export training in Nigerian exportable commodities, contact the admin of this forum for more information.
Stay with us.