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In this episode of Drinks and Mics (Episode 12), hosts Ugodre and Arnold are joined by Lanre Awojoodu, CEO of Sourcing and Produce, as they uncover the untold realities of Nigeria’s agro-exports. From the booming rice industry to the challenges of insecurity, infrastructure gaps, and the complexities of dealing with suppliers, Lanre shares his 15+ years of experience in the agro-export sector. He dives into the successes, the hurdles, and what it really takes to succeed in Nigeria's agro-export market. Is Nigeria truly tapping into its potential in agro-exports? What’s holding the sector back, and where are the opportunities? Find out in this honest, insightful conversation on the future of Nigeria’s agro industry. 0:00 – 2:33 → Teaser 2:34 – 6:31 → Introduction 6:32 – 12:35 → Dissecting the Nigerian Agric sector 12:36 – 18:10 → Farm Produce Enforcement and Distribution 18:11 – 23:11 → Funding the Sector 23:12 - 35:19 → Farm Yields; Preservation & Exporting 35:20 – 42:06 → Nigerian consumers in diaspora 42:07 – 45:11 → The Exchange rate Impact 45:12 – 49:02 → Risks and Exporters 49:03 – 55:30 → Insurance in Agriculture 55:31 – 59:21 → Manufacturing VS Exporting 59:22 – 1:12:04 → The AGOA Effect 1:12:05 – 1:18:56 → Global Outlook; Government and Exporters 1:18:57 – 1:22:47 → The role of Insecurity 1:22:48 – 1:29:38 → The Agro Storage business 1:29:39 – 1:36:02 → Corporate Bonds in Agric 1:36:03 – 1:46:24 → The MPR meeting 1:46:25 – 1:51:07 → Final Remarks and Conclusion 💬 Like, comment, and subscribe for more insights! 📅 New episodes drop every Friday at 6 PM on Nairametrics TV. #DrinksAndMics #AgroExports #NigeriaAgro #AgroBusiness #AgricultureInNigeria #Nairametrics #LanreAwojoodu #AgroIndustry #AfricanExports #RiceExport #Agriculture #BusinessInNigeria #AgriTech #AgroChallenges #AgroSuccess #NigeriaRice #ExportSuccess #AgroSector

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