The Narrative Report on AgCSGS Online Committee Meetings highlights key discussions and recommendations from the October 2024 virtual meetings on the Agricultural Commodity Standards and Grading System (AgCSGS). Convened by the Nigeria Agribusiness Group (NABG) under the SSPS project, the sessions focused on developing a national grading policy to enhance the competitiveness of Nigeria’s agricultural commodities.
Key Highlights:
- Committees reviewed progress on policy development, standards, grading, and advocacy efforts.
- Ten pilot agro-commodities, including rice, oil palm, and sesame seeds, were identified for grading.
- Emphasis on broad stakeholder collaboration, local and state-level sensitization, and policy field-testing.
- Recommendations for a technical guidance document to support implementation.
This report underscores NABG’s commitment to establishing a bankable commodity trading system that drives transparency, fairness, and global competitiveness. Read the full document to explore actionable strategies for transforming Nigeria’s agricultural market.
Link to full Report
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