Processing Ginger for Value Addition in Nigeria: Drying, Powdering, and Extracts
Nigeria is the fourth-largest producer of ginger in the world, with its “Tafin Giwa” variety from Kaduna State renowned globally for its superior quality, high oleoresin content, and pungency . For decades, however, the vast majority of this golden spice has been exported in its raw, dried form, capturing only a fraction of its potential value. […]