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  What is A Shipping Manifest Document? A manifest is one of the key documents used in the process of shipping. It is simply a list of all bills of lading or  airway bill issued for cargo loaded in a specific ship. A manifest lists the details of the  Cargo , the  Shipper , the  Consignee ,  Weight ,  Measurement , and  Packing . The Different types of manifest Cargo Manifest – It cover the list of all information relating to the cargo  excluding  the freight charges. Freight Manifest – This lists all information relating to the cargo including the freight charges. All charges as indicated in the manifest are either to be paid by the shipper or consignee. Dangerous Cargo Manifest  – A manifest that details the dangerous cargos on board. This is the ship covering the Class, UN No., Description of Goods, EMS/MFAG etc. Out of Gauge Manifest  – A manifest that details the out of gauge (abnormal sized) cargoes on board the ship. Thi...

  The exportation business in Nigeria is a lucrative one. This is because the profit you are making from the business is in hard currency (dollars, pounds, or euros). In this post, we share with you Some Products to export from Nigeria and make cool money from. The problem here is that some people want to go into the exportation business but they do not know the product they can export apart from oil-related products or where to export and how they can export these products in other to make a profit.   Here are some of the products you can export from Nigeria as well as some of the countries you can export to. At the end of it, we will also give you tips on what you need to know before you embark on the exportation business. Products to export from Nigeria A list of items you can export from Nigeria includes; Ginger, Cocoa butter, Rubber, Palm kernel oil, Textiles and garments, Gallstone, Sesame seed, Garlic, Yam tubers, Charcoal, Cotton, Cassava floor, Cashew Nuts, Honey, Shr...

  If you have not already started to export farm produce from Nigeria to the US to other parts of the world, then you are leaving money on the table. This is the time to get involved in the exportation of farm produce, especially during ‘-ember’ months. Introduction Prior to the oil boom in Nigeria, Agriculture has been one of the Nigeria major economic drivers. This boom turned Nigeria to a mono-economic country, relying only on crude oil as her major source of revenue.    But in the long run, there arose the volatility in oil price and uncertainty of the global economy. This compelled the government to diversify towards other areas for revenue generation, with Agriculture as the topmost evergreen opportunity.   This diversification has led to much talked about ‘non-oil export’.  .  In essence, something else other than oil export that can foster a robust revenue generation in the country.    In the opinion of Chief Segun Awolowo (The Former Nige...

  In the first half (H1) of 2022, Nigeria exported agro-food items worth N343.4 billion, an increase of 17.3% from N292.8 billion recorded in the corresponding period of 2021. It however witnessed a rise of 61.9% compared to N212.1 billion recorded in the second half of 2021. According to data from the National Bureau Of Statistics (NBS), Nigeria’s agricultural sector accounted for 4.96 percent of Nigeria’s total foreign trade in H1 2022. On the other hand, Nigeria imported agricultural products worth N907.8 billion in H1 2022.  This represents an increase of 11% when compared to the N817.52 billion recorded in the corresponding period of 2021, while it declined by 21% from N1.15 trillion recorded in the second half of 2021. On the list of top Nigeria’s Agricultural exports for H1 2022, Cocoa beans, Sesame seeds, and cashew nuts topped the list, earning Nigeria an aggregate sum of N262.99 billion. Check out the list of the top Nigerian agro exports in the first half (H1) of 20...

  Egypt successfully shipped grapes to Brazil for the very first time. Brazil, as a major agricultural producer, rarely imports foreign grapes. As a result, this event is an exceptional case that was fulfilled through Tridge, a leading agriculture intelligence and sourcing platform. According to Tridge data, the shipment was the first consignment of Egyptian grapes exported to Brazil. Due to the extreme weather conditions recently, the quality of a large volume of Brazilian grapes deteriorated in Southern Brazil. Production of Brazilian grapes decreased, and in order to fulfill the demand in domestic markets, and the grape imports have increased. Tridge provides a comparative advantage due to the global network of industry experts and market analysts who are capable of interpreting price trends, trade trends, and production trends in order to make better decisions. Tridge’s intelligence is a gateway to make successful deals. For example, according to Tridge data, Brazilian exports ...

  To complement its export promotion drive, the Federal Government, has, over the years, set up various incentive schemes for companies whose business is export focused. The incentives range from tax exemption to duty drawbacks as well as other forms of grants. Nigeria has never disguised its desire to promote exports. Indeed, this year marks the 39th anniversary of export promotion as a formal objective of successive Federal Governments in Nigeria. It is noteworthy that Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC), as the “arrowhead” of Government's drive in this area, was set up since 1976. NEPC has sought to make the non-oil export a significant contributor to Nigeria's GDP by facilitating exports to promote sustainable economic development. Given that its overall strategy is to diversify the productive base of the economy away from oil and to foster market -oriented, private sector-driven economy, this strategy now aligns with the overall economic agenda of today's Federal ...

  In this edition of Shippers’ Guide you are enlightened on the intricacies of what and how to export agricultural products from Nigeria and the benefits of engaging in the trade and some of the challenges that hinders the exportation of agro products from Nigeria. Read and enjoy. In terms of employment, agriculture is by far the most important sector of Nigeria’s economy, engaging about 70% of the labor force. Agricultural holdings are generally small and scattered; farming is often of the subsistence variety, characterized by simple tools and shifting cultivation. These small farms produce about 80% of the total food. About 30.7 million hectares (76 million acres), or 33% of Nigeria’s land area, are under cultivation. Nigeria’s diverse climate, from the tropical areas of the coast to the arid zone of the north, make it possible to produce virtually all agricultural products that can be grown in the tropical and semi tropical areas of the world. The economic benefits of large-scal...