Agriculture & Agro-Allied Logistics
Comprehensive logistics solutions for the agricultural sector. From farm to market, we ensure your agricultural products reach their destination fresh, safe, and on time while minimizing post-harvest losses.
Agricultural Logistics Expertise
Agriculture is the backbone of Nigeria's economy, and efficient logistics is crucial for connecting farmers to markets while minimizing losses. EHS Chain provides specialized solutions that address the unique challenges of agricultural supply chains.
Nigeria's agricultural sector faces significant logistics challenges that directly impact food security, farmer incomes, and economic growth. Post-harvest losses, inadequate storage facilities, poor transport infrastructure, and limited market access are persistent issues that require specialized logistics solutions.
EHS Chain has developed comprehensive agricultural logistics services that address these challenges through innovative approaches to storage, transport, and supply chain management. Our solutions are designed to preserve product quality, reduce losses, and ensure timely delivery to markets both domestically and internationally.
From smallholder farmers to large agribusiness operations, we provide scalable logistics solutions that improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance market access. Our expertise spans the entire agricultural value chain, from farm inputs to processed products ready for export.
Agricultural Challenges & Our Solutions
We understand the unique challenges facing Nigeria's agricultural sector and have developed specialized solutions to address each critical issue.
Challenge: High Post-Harvest Losses
Nigeria loses 20-40% of agricultural produce due to poor handling, inadequate storage, and inefficient transport systems, resulting in billions of naira in losses annually.
Our Solution: Loss Reduction Systems
Specialized handling procedures, proper packaging, climate-controlled storage, rapid transit times, and quality preservation techniques that reduce post-harvest losses by up to 80%.
Challenge: Seasonal Logistics Strain
Peak harvest seasons create massive logistics bottlenecks with insufficient transport capacity and storage facilities, leading to delays and increased losses.
Our Solution: Seasonal Planning
Advanced forecasting, pre-positioned resources, flexible capacity scaling, and strategic partnerships ensure adequate logistics support during peak agricultural seasons.
Challenge: Limited Market Access
Many farmers struggle to access profitable markets due to poor transport links, lack of market information, and inability to meet quality standards for premium markets.
Our Solution: Market Connectivity
Comprehensive transport networks, quality assurance programs, market linkage services, and export facilitation that connect farmers to high-value domestic and international markets.
Challenge: Quality Compliance
Meeting international quality standards and export requirements is challenging without proper handling, documentation, and certification processes.
Our Solution: Quality Assurance
Comprehensive quality control systems, certification support, traceability programs, and compliance management that ensure products meet international standards.
Specialized Agricultural Services
Comprehensive logistics solutions designed specifically for the agricultural and agro-allied industry.
Farm-to-Market Transport
Direct transport services from farms to markets with specialized vehicles and handling procedures to minimize damage and preserve product quality.
Agricultural Storage
Climate-controlled storage facilities with pest management, proper ventilation, and moisture control for grains, produce, and agricultural inputs.
Cold Chain for Perishables
Temperature-controlled transport and storage for fruits, vegetables, dairy products, and other perishable agricultural goods to extend shelf life.
Agricultural Exports
Complete export services including phytosanitary certification, quality documentation, and international shipping for agricultural products.
Agricultural Input Distribution
Distribution of fertilizers, seeds, pesticides, and farming equipment to agricultural communities with proper handling and storage protocols.
Quality Assurance
Comprehensive quality control, grading, packaging, and certification services to meet domestic and international market standards.
Agricultural Success Stories
Real examples of how EHS Chain has helped agricultural businesses overcome logistics challenges and access new markets.
Tomato Export Program
Challenge: A cooperative of tomato farmers in Kaduna State was losing 60% of their harvest due to poor post-harvest handling and lack of access to export markets, despite producing high-quality tomatoes.
Solution: We implemented a comprehensive program including proper harvesting techniques, cold chain transport, quality grading, export documentation, and direct market linkage to European buyers.
Result: Reduced post-harvest losses to under 15%, increased farmer incomes by 300%, and successfully exported 500 tons of tomatoes to European markets with plans for expansion.
Rice Value Chain Optimization
Challenge: A rice processing company in Kebbi State struggled with seasonal logistics bottlenecks during harvest, inadequate storage, and distribution challenges to urban markets.
Solution: We designed a comprehensive logistics system including mobile collection points, bulk storage facilities, processing coordination, and efficient distribution networks to major cities.
Result: Increased processing capacity by 250%, reduced logistics costs by 40%, and expanded market reach to 15 states across Nigeria with consistent year-round supply.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our services
Still have questions?
Contact Our TeamReady to Transform Your Agricultural Supply Chain?
Partner with EHS Chain to reduce post-harvest losses, access new markets, and optimize your agricultural logistics operations. Get a specialized quote for your agricultural business today.