Commercial Sugarcane Outgrower Farming: The Accessible Path to Nigeria's Sugar Revolution
Commercial sugarcane farming offers a more accessible entry point into Nigeria’s sugar value chain, requiring less capital than fully integrated operations while still delivering attractive returns on investment.
This approach allows a wider range of investors to participate in the sector’s growth while supporting the National Sugar Master Plan’s objectives.
Key Objectives of Commercial Sugarcane Outgrower Programme
The goal of the commercial sugarcane outgrower programme by the NSDC is to scale up local sugarcane production and create a peaceful co-existence between the sugar operators and their host communities in a manner that engenders development and improvement of livelihood for the communities. Specifically, the key objectives include:
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Increase sugarcane production to meet the growing national demand for raw materials essential for refined sugar manufacturing and other derivatives.
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Empower farmers and rural communities by providing smallholders and commercial farms with resources, training, and financial support to improve productivity.
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Promote sustainable agricultural practices by implementing best practices in environmental conservation, efficient land use, and water management.
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Enhance market access and price stability through guaranteed offtake agreements and fair pricing mechanisms, making sugarcane farming a profitable and sustainable business case.
Eligibility Criteria
Corporate Documentation
- Certificate of Incorporation (CAC), including Forms CAC 2 and CAC 7 (or CAC 1.1).
- Valid Income Tax Clearance Certificate for 2021–2023 (valid until December 31, 2024).
Technical Proposal
- Detailed approach to implementing the outgrower scheme, including farming and yield improvement methods.
- Company profile with an overview, key staff, and relevant CVs.
Eligibility Criteria
• Minimum of 50-100 hectares under cultivation with three years’ cash crop farming experience, preferably sugarcane.
• Records of the last three farming cycles, including crop types, quantities, and market details (local or export).
• Verified production figures showing stable or increasing output trends.
• Proven use of sustainable farming practices (certifications are a plus).
• Financial stability with proof of prior investments and a clean credit history.
• Capacity for large-scale farming with adequate staff, infrastructure, and technical expertise.
• Compliance with NSDC regulations and no regulatory violations.
Sworn Affidavit for Confirmation of no conflicts of interest with NSDC or Bureau of Public
Procurement and accuracy of all submitted information.
Evidence of financial capability to execute the project by submission of Reference Letter from
a reputable commercial bank in Nigeria
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