Our Commodities

Explore our range of agricultural products, featuring staples and cash crops cultivated across Nigeria’s rich farmlands.

Maize

The Staple Crop of Sustenance and Industry

The Essence of Maize Production

Maize, also known as corn, is one of the most important cereal crops globally, serving as a staple food and a key ingredient in various industrial applications. It belongs to the Zea mays species and is widely cultivated for its versatile uses in food, animal feed, and biofuel production.

Characteristics of the Maize Plant

Maize grows as a tall annual grass, producing ears that contain rows of kernels. These kernels, which vary in color from yellow, white, red, purple, and even blue, are encased in a husk and arranged in a cob. The plant thrives in tropical and temperate regions, requiring well-drained soil and adequate rainfall.

Each maize cob contains hundreds of kernels, which are processed into flour, starch, oil, and various food products. Beyond human consumption, maize is a crucial livestock feed and an essential raw material for industries producing ethanol, biodegradable plastics, and sweeteners.

Major Maize-Producing States in Nigeria

Nigeria is one of Africa’s largest maize producers, with favorable climatic conditions and widespread cultivation across various regions. The key maize-producing states include:

✅ Kaduna
✅ Niger
✅ Taraba
✅ Benue
✅ Plateau
✅ Nasarawa
✅ Oyo
✅ Katsina
✅ Kano

These states contribute significantly to Nigeria’s food security, agribusiness sector, and export potential, ensuring that maize remains a fundamental component of the nation’s economy.

Soya Beans

A Nutrient-Rich Crop for Food and Industry

The Essence of Soya Bean Production

Soya beans, also known as soybeans, are protein-rich legumes widely cultivated for their nutritional and industrial value. Belonging to the Glycine max species, they are a crucial ingredient in food products, animal feed, and biofuel production.

Characteristics of the Soya Bean Plant

Soya beans grow as bushy, annual plants, producing pods that contain small, round seeds in colors ranging from yellow, black, brown, and green. They are high in protein and oil content, making them essential in food processing, dairy alternatives, and oil extraction.

Soya beans are used to produce soy milk, tofu, soy flour, and soy oil, while the residue from oil extraction, known as soybean meal, is a major component in livestock feed. The crop also plays a vital role in soil enrichment by fixing nitrogen, improving soil fertility for other crops.

Major Soya Bean-Producing States in Nigeria

Nigeria is a leading producer of soya beans in Africa, with cultivation thriving in savanna and tropical regions. The major soya bean-producing states include:

✅ Benue
✅ Kaduna
✅ Nasarawa
✅ Taraba
✅ Bauchi
✅ Niger
✅ Kebbi
✅ Kwara

These states drive Nigeria’s agriculture, food processing, and export sectors, ensuring that soya beans remain a key contributor to the country’s economic and nutritional well-being.

Beans

A Staple Food for Nutrition and Sustainability

The Importance of Beans in Agriculture and Nutrition

Beans are protein-rich legumes widely cultivated for their nutritional, economic, and soil-enriching benefits. They are an essential part of diets across the world, providing a high-protein, fiber-rich, and low-fat food source. In Nigeria, beans serve as a staple food, contributing to food security and income generation.

Characteristics of the Bean Plant

Beans grow as climbing or bushy plants, producing pods that contain multiple seeds, which vary in size, shape, and color—ranging from white, brown, black, red, and speckled varieties. They are highly valued for their rich protein content, vitamins, and minerals, making them a crucial food source for both human consumption and animal feed.

Beans also improve soil fertility through nitrogen fixation, reducing the need for synthetic fertilizers and promoting sustainable agriculture. They are used in a variety of traditional Nigerian dishes, including Moi Moi, Akara, and bean porridge.

Major Bean-Producing States in Nigeria

Nigeria is one of the largest bean producers in Africa, with cultivation thriving in the northern and central regions due to their favorable climate. The key producing states include:

✅ Borno
✅ Kano
✅ Kaduna
✅ Bauchi
✅ Zamfara
✅ Niger
✅ Sokoto
✅ Benue

These states play a significant role in food production, trade, and export, ensuring that beans remain a sustainable and nutritious food source for millions of people.

Our Core Commodities

Strategically Selected to Drive Sustainable Trade

At Zefno Commodities, we focus on high-demand commodities that align with Nigeria’s natural strengths, ensuring profitability, sustainability, and global competitiveness.

At Zefno Commodities, we focus on high-demand commodities that align with Nigeria’s natural strengths, ensuring profitability, sustainability, and global competitiveness.

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