Agric eCommerce in Nigeria

There are about 600 species of yams found around the world, most of them in the tropics. Some species of yam are cultivated for their edible tubers, for medicinal use, and for other uses. Yams remain an important food crop, especially in Africa, and some varieties can be stored for months without refrigeration. In addition to addressing the physical needs of people—offering such nutrition as carbohydrates, protein, phosphorus, and potassium—yams also touch upon the human inner nature, bringing pleasure through their enjoyable taste and texture, and being central to various ceremonies related to their importance in traditional society of Africa Today, West Africa produces over 90 percent of the world's yam crop, with Nigeria the largest grower. (CGAIR 2006) Yams are widespread in the humid tropics throughout the world and in a wide variety of species. Of - White Guinea yam: The white yam originates in West Africa, however, without a wild variety being known of it is the most import