Agro exports crash 31% as port delays, pesticides trigger global rejections
Nigeria’s agricultural exports declined by 31.2% in Q1 2026 due to port delays, pesticide overuse, old chemical preservatives, and lack of phytosanitary certification. These issues have led to increased rejection of Nigerian farm products in international markets.
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