30,000MT/Year Cassava-to-Sorbitol Factory in Agrisummex Agropolis, Ondo State
High-impact industrial-scale cassava processing in Nigeria – leveraging global supply gaps, AfCFTA advantages, and a $427M domestic + $616M export market opportunity.
Why Invest in Agrisummex Africa?
Nigeria leads global cassava production at ~62.7M MT (19% of world output), yet processes only ~9.5M MT annually. This 30,000MT sorbitol plant captures the $427M domestic + $616M export value-add gap.
Market Gap & Demand
Domestic demand: 28.3M MT fresh roots needed vs. 12.2M MT acreage. Export: High-quality gari/sorbitol at $1,500–$2,000/MT. AfCFTA enables tariff-free access to 1.3B consumers.
Project Scale
30,000MT/annum sorbitol output. Requires 150,000MT fresh cassava. Creates 1,500 direct + 6,000 outgrower jobs. $50M total capex.
Risk Mitigation
100% crop insurance, 3-year locked supply contracts, government land lease in Ondo Agropolis, blended finance (AfDB/BOI), and diversified offtake (food, pharma, export).
Proven Model
25+ years leadership by Mr. Adebayo Temenu. Phase 1 HQCF plant operational. Sorbitol tech partner: Chinese EPC with 3 African references.
Financial Performance Dashboard
Conservative 5-year projections based on 30,000MT sorbitol at $1,800/MT ex-works and 150,000MT cassava at ₦85/kg farm-gate.
Revenue Growth Projection (2026-2031)
Year 1: $18M → Year 5: $54M – 25% CAGR
Investment Allocation ($50M Total)
| Component | Allocation ($) | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Processing Plant & Machinery | $28,000,000 | 56% |
| Outgrower & Land Development | $10,000,000 | 20% |
| Working Capital & Insurance | $7,000,000 | 14% |
| Marketing & ESG Compliance | $5,000,000 | 10% |
Investment Calculator
Model equity returns at 18–22% IRR over 7–10 years with structured exit via IPO or strategic sale.
Investment Parameters
Projected Returns
Revenue Projections by Stream (Conservative)
Based on 30,000MT sorbitol + co-products; 70% capacity Year 1 ramping to 95%.
| Revenue Stream | Year 1-2 ($) | Year 3-5 ($) | Year 6+ ($) | Gross Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorbitol (Food/Pharma Grade) | 37,800,000 | 48,600,000 | 54,000,000 | 38–42% |
| HQCF & Starch Co-Product | 4,200,000 | 6,300,000 | 7,200,000 | 45–50% |
| Ethanol & Organic Acid | 2,100,000 | 3,150,000 | 3,600,000 | 35–40% |
| Animal Feed (Dried Chips) | 1,800,000 | 2,700,000 | 3,000,000 | 50–55% |
| Total | 45,900,000 | 60,750,000 | 67,800,000 | 40–45% |
Risk Management Framework
Structured de-risking via insurance, contracts, and policy support.
Risk Assessment Matrix
Mitigation Strategies
- Locked Offtake: 3-year contracts with Nestlé, Unilever, and pharma exporters.
- Crop Insurance: 100% coverage via NAIC for drought, pests, flood.
- Outgrower Lock-in: 6,000 farmers under 3-year forward contracts at fixed price.
- Blended Finance: 40% AfDB/BOI concessional debt, 60% equity.
Ready to Invest?
Join the $50M Series A round closing Q2 2026.
Secure Your Stake in Nigeria’s Cassava Revolution
$50M investment round closing Q2 2026. First-mover allocations reserved.
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