Description

Ginger:

Ginger is produced in six states of the Federation namely, Kaduna, Nasarawa, Benue, Niger and Gombe with Kaduna as the major producer. Nigerias production in 2005 was estimated at 110,000 metric tonnes (FAO). Out of this, 10% is locally consumed as fresh ginger while 90% is dried primarily for the export markets.

Specification:

Moisture 6%-9% Max., Oil Content 2%-4%, Impurities 0-2Max., Microbes - Negative