OlarewajuBabatunde Emmanuel
Advancing sustainable food systems, value chains, and market access across West Africa and Europe.
A Letter to My Farmers (472)
A Call to Action: Restoring the Dignity of Farmers!
As the saying goes, "Ọba l'àgbẹ̀, ṣùgbọ́n kò l'ádé l'órí" (the farmer is a king, but lacks a crown upon his head). In Nigeria and across the developing countries, smallholder farmers produce over 70%
Letters to My Farmers
Dispatches from the field: practical insights, honest reflections, and a vision for agriculture tomorrow.
A Letter to My Farmers (472)
A Call to Action: Restoring the Dignity of Farmers!
As the saying goes, "Ọba l'àgbẹ̀, ṣùgbọ́n kò l'ádé l'órí" (the farmer is a king, but lacks a crown upon his head). In Nigeria and across the developing countries, smallholder farmers produce over 70%
A Letter to My Farmers (471)
Financial Inclusion: How Smallholder Farmers Can Leverage on VSLAs
Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs) help smallholder farmers access basic financial services and support in hard-to-reach areas. In many rural communities, it is difficult for farmers to acc
A Letter to My Farmers (470)
Closing the Data Gap: Building Policies that Serve Farmers First
Agricultural data serves as the foundation for policy formulation, driving economic growth, rural development and environmental sustainability. In an era of climate volatility and changing market real
Work & Projects
Initiatives shaping the future of food systems and farming communities.
Lagos State Coconut Value Chain (FAO)
Co-facilitated sustainable upgrading strategies for the Lagos State coconut value chain in partnership with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), supporting smallholder coconut farmers with improved practices and market linkages.
Ginger Nigeria Programme (CBI Netherlands)
Designed and implemented CSR roadmaps for 16 ginger-sector SMEs under the Netherlands Government's CBI programme, enhancing export readiness and compliance with international buyer standards.
Hibiscus Sustainability Certification Programme
Currently supporting multiple hibiscus producers in implementing sustainability certifications including Rainforest Alliance and organic standards, positioning Nigerian hibiscus for premium international markets.
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