National Tomato Production Processing and Research Institute
Act · Agriculture
An Act establishes a national institute for tomato production, processing, and research in Kano State. It targets tomato farmers, agro-processors, and agricultural researchers across Nigeria. This aims to boost local production, reduce imports, and minimize post-harvest wastage.
What Is This Policy?
Proposes the establishment of a national research and development institute in Shanono, Kano State, dedicated to improving tomato production, processing technology, and post-harvest management across Nigeria.
Who Does It Target?
Tomato farmers across Nigeria, especially in the North-West and North-Central zones Agro-processors and food manufacturers using tomato products Agricultural researchers and extension workers
What Does It Aim to Achieve?
Reduce Nigeria's heavy dependence on imported tomato paste through local processing capacity Improve tomato varieties, yields, and farming practices Develop post-harvest technology to reduce the estimated 40-50% tomato wastage in Nigeria
Key Features
Research & Development: Dedicated mandate for developing improved tomato varieties, pest control, and agronomy techniques Processing Technology: Research into tomato processing, paste production, packaging, and shelf-life extension Farmer Training: Extension services and capacity building for smallholder tomato farmers North-West Location: Shanono, Kano State – situated in Nigeria's major tomato-growing belt
Current Status
How to Access
Farmers and processors can access training, research outputs, and advisory services through the institute once operational Registration with the institute as a farmer, processor, or researcher Meeting criteria for specific training or input support programmes Application method: Direct application to the institute upon establishment
Impact & Metrics
Could significantly reduce tomato post-harvest losses and boost the local tomato processing industry, supporting Nigeria's food security and import substitution agenda.
Official Resources
Website: To be established upon enactment Contact: Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security – fmard.gov.ng This policy summary is intended for informational purposes. For official and legal information, refer to the cited Act or Bill and official government sources.
Legal Framework
To be enacted under the legislative powers of the National Assembly vested by Section 4 of the 1999 Constitution. Will operate alongside the National Agricultural Policy, the Raw Materials Research and Development Council Act, the Agricultural Research Council of Nigeria Act, and the Tertiary Education Trust Fund Act.