NATNUDO FOODS PARTNERS WITH EDO STATE TO LAUNCH NATNUPRENEUR SELLER SCHEME HUB & SPOKE MODEL
... Empowering Smallholder Farmers and Enhancing Protein Accessibility
natnudO Foods, a division of Amo Farm Sieberer Hatchery Limited, has launched the natnuPreneur Seller Scheme Hub & Spoke Model in Edo State.
This initiative, in collaboration with the Office of the Edo State First Lady and Heifer International, aims to empower agripreneurs and smallholder farmers while improving access to affordable animal protein.
The scheme operates through a Hub and Spoke distribution model, enhancing local food supply chains. Each Hub is equipped with solar-powered freezers for storage and distribution, while Spokes, comprising small vendors, are provided with pushcarts and parasols for daily sales. This structure supports small businesses and strengthens access to quality animal protein across Edo State.
The launch event took place at the natnudO Foods Processing Plant along Presco Road, Obayanto Community, Ikpoba Okha Local Government Area, Benin City, on Thursday, January 30, 2025.
During the event, Mrs. Edesili Okpebholo Anani, Coordinator of the Office of the First Lady, officially handed over solar-powered freezers and insulated carts to the first batch of beneficiaries, primarily women. She urged them to take full advantage of this opportunity to boost animal protein availability, enhance their earnings, and improve their overall quality of life.
Mrs. Anani commended the collaboration between natnudO Foods, the Edo State Government, and Heifer International, emphasizing their
