Built to process 500 tons of cassava per day, the new facility will supply pharmaceutical-grade starch, glucose, maltose, and other derivatives.
While part of the consignment was cleared, 1,514 metric tonnes remain in storage under Bulkstream Ltd’s control
Producers who had invested heavily in pesticides, fertilizers, labour, and rented land said they expected better returns, only to be disappointed by low market prices.
The facility is set to create demand for locally grown crops such as maize, cassava, and soybeans, strengthening linkages across the agricultural value chain.
While some buyers have been battling with quality and quantity issues, others have been battling unnecessary price hikes.