To address persistent pest infestations and disease outbreaks in crop production, Springfield Agro has launched a $12 million agrochemical plant in Sagamu, Ogun State.
The facility, which produces 20 million litres of herbicides and insecticides annually, will help Nigerian farmers tackle the recurring pest issues that devastate crops, particularly ginger and tomatoes.
Chairman of Kewalram Chanrai Group, Narain Chanrai, stressed that the plant’s primary goal is to reduce Nigeria’s reliance on imported agrochemicals and enhance local production.
Additionally, the company plans to export products to other African countries.
“We’ve already invested $12 million, and further expansions will meet growing demands,” Chanrai stated.
Furthermore, Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, represented by Minister of State for Agriculture, Aliyu Abdullahi, expressed support for the project.
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He highlighted the importance of boosting industrial capacity in agriculture to ensure food security in the country.
In addition, the Vice President acknowledged Africa’s potential as the world’s food basket, despite its minimal share of global manufacturing.
Moreover, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) confirmed that the plant complies with all health and safety standards.
Ogun State’s Deputy Governor, Noimot Salako-Oyedele, noted that the facility will create over 300 jobs and contribute to food security.
Finally, the plant aligns with Ogun’s agricultural development strategy, which focuses on increasing productivity and reducing food costs.
