Johnvents enters rice market, aiming to strengthen food security in West Africa
This significant delivery of high-quality rice marks the company’s official entry into the rice sector.
WEST AFRICA – Johnvents Group, a leading multinational agribusiness and manufacturing company, has expanded into rice marketing to enhance food security in West Africa.
The company recently made its first shipment of Johnvents Rice to Senegal and The Gambia.
To enter the rice market, Johnvents Group has sourced premium rice from Pakistan, connecting African markets to global supply chains as part of its mission to nourish Africa and the world.
Sanjay Puhorit, the Head of Business at Johnvents DMCC, a subsidiary of Johnvents Group, revealed that the company sources rice from Pakistan, which currently accounts for over 8% of the world’s rice exports.
This initiative reflects Johnvents Group’s commitment to nourishing Africa and building sustainable agricultural value chains.
Puhorit added that the company’s goal is to ensure access to safe, nutritious, and affordable food for communities across the African continent.
Furthermore, this development signifies a new phase of growth for the company in food distribution, with a focus on sustainable and reliable supply chains.
“We are excited to launch Johnvents Rice as our first rice offering and are proud to begin this journey in Senegal and The Gambia, with plans to expand into other African countries in the coming months. As the trading arm of a fully integrated agribusiness, we’re leveraging global expertise and regional insight to deliver high-quality food to those who need it most,” stated Puhorit.
John Alamu, Group Managing Director of Johnvents Group, explained that as the company scales its operations across borders, this shipment demonstrates its commitment to making a real impact by improving food accessibility and building resilient supply chains that connect Africa to the rest of the world.
“As an African-grown business with global aspirations, our goal is clear: to lead purposefully, trade with integrity, and nourish lives. Equally important is our long-term focus on strengthening local rice production in Nigeria. We are investing significantly in local capacities, from farming to processing, to ensure food self-sufficiency,” Alamu added.
Johnvents Group is known for combining locally sourced raw materials, state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities, and sustainable practices to create long-term value across its supply chain.
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