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Esomchi Foundation, No 2 Paul Ikejiofor Close Umuezeokalum Umudim Nnewi Anambra State., Nnewi (2026)

05/05/2026

Warm birthday wishes to a truly remarkable leader — Mr. Ayoade Fadoju.

Today, we celebrate a quiet force whose resourcefulness, depth, and steady presence continue to make a meaningful difference behind the scenes. Your ability to support, guide, and add value in thoughtful ways speaks volumes, and it does not go unnoticed.

As you mark this special day, may it bring you the same inspiration and fulfillment you so generously extend to others. May the year ahead open even greater opportunities for growth, impact, and well-deserved success.
Thank you for all that you represent and contribute.

Wishing you good health, happiness, and continued greatness.

Happy Birthday!

21/04/2026

🎉 Happy Birthday to an inspiring leader and visionary, Maryann Ogechukwu! 🎉

Today, we celebrate not just your birthday, but the remarkable impact you continue to make through Esomchi Foundation. Your unwavering commitment to advancing livelihoods, strengthening communities, and empowering lives across Nigeria is truly commendable.

May this new year bring you renewed strength, deeper fulfillment, and even greater impact in all your endeavors. We appreciate your leadership and the difference you are making every day.

Wishing you a joyful celebration and a year ahead filled with grace and success.

Happy Birthday, Ma! 🎂🎈

20/04/2026

🌻Esomchi Foundation Highlights Field-Level Impact in project Donor Visit

We were delighted to participate in a donor visit from the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) under the Project, joining other implementing partners to showcase progress and shared impact.

(Catalyzing Strengthened Policy Action for Healthy Diets and Resilience) is a five-year initiative (2022–2026) implemented across six African countries to strengthen food and nutrition security.

In Nigeria, Esomchi Foundation has been empowering Farmer Field and Business School (FFBS) women processors by providing training on the inclusion of Orange-Fleshed Sweet Potato (OFSP) puree in bread and confectionery production, while also promoting household recipes, economic opportunities, and the nutritional benefits of OFSP across four implementing states: Bauchi, Jigawa, Kebbi, and Nasarawa.

The visit provided an important opportunity to highlight field-level achievements, share implementation insights, and demonstrate how community-based innovations are contributing to improved nutrition outcomes.

is implemented by a consortium of CARE and GAIN, with funding support from the Dutch Government, and continues to play a critical role in improving food security and reducing malnutrition among women and children under five.

CARE Nigeria Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition

11/03/2026

🌱Advancing OFSP Production: Esomchi Foods Partners with Zanbuk Farmers

On 3rd March 2026, Esomchi Foods returned to Zanbuk, collaborating with the Zanbuk Farmers Association to further strengthen dry-season Orange-Fleshed Sweet Potato (OFSP) production.

The session focused on building farmer skills and expanding local production capacity through:

1. Hands-on guidance on Good Agronomic Practices (GAP) for dry-season OFSP cultivation
2. Awareness of the nutritional benefits of OFSP for households
3. Exploring business and income opportunities within the OFSP value chain
4. Distribution of high-quality OFSP vines to participating farmers

By engaging directly with the Zanbuk Farmers Association, Esomchi Foods is reinforcing a community-centered supply chain, ensuring reliable access to quality OFSP tubers for Esomchi Mix Pap Powder while also supporting farmer livelihoods and local food security.

This activity highlights the company’s ongoing commitment to sustainable agriculture, rural economic empowerment, and improved nutrition outcomes across Northern Nigeria.

08/03/2026

Today we celebrate the inspiring leadership and vision of the CEO of Esomchi Foods, a woman whose work continues to advance nutrition, empower communities, and create opportunities across the food system.

Your dedication to building a healthier and more inclusive future reminds us that when women lead with purpose, transformation follows.

Happy International Women’s Day 2026!

07/03/2026

🌾Strengthening OFSP Production with Farmers in Difa

On 2nd March 2026, Esomchi Foods continued its field engagement with farmers in Difa, located within Yalmatu-Deba LGA of Gombe State.

The engagement was carried out in collaboration with the Difa Farmers Association, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen dry-season production of Orange-Fleshed Sweet Potato (OFSP), a key raw material used in producing Esomchi Mix Pap Powder.

During the session, farmers participated in discussions and practical learning focused on:

1. Good Agronomic Practices (GAP) to support successful dry-season OFSP cultivation
2. Understanding the nutritional importance of OFSP, particularly its role in improving Vitamin A intake
3. Exploring income opportunities within the OFSP value chain
4. Distribution of improved OFSP vines to participating farmers to support immediate cultivation

Through this engagement, Esomchi Foods continues to deepen collaboration with local farmer cooperatives, helping to improve production capacity while strengthening a reliable and sustainable supply chain.

By supporting farmers with knowledge, inputs, and market opportunities, the company is contributing to improved rural livelihoods while expanding access to nutritious food products for families across Nigeria.

04/03/2026

🌱Strengthening Farmer Partnerships: Esomchi Foods Collaborates with Baure Farmers Association in Zanbuk

On 28th February 2026, Esomchi Foods continued its dry-season out-grower expansion in Zanbuk, located in Yalmatu-Deba LGA of Gombe State.

This engagement was conducted in partnership with the Baure Farmers Association, reflecting Esomchi Foods’ strategy of working closely with organized cooperatives to build resilient and reliable supply chains.

Key highlights of the training included:
1. Adoption of Good Agronomic Practices (GAP) tailored for dry-season OFSP production
2. Education on the nutritional benefits of OFSP and its role in improving community health
3. Exploring economic opportunities along the OFSP value chain
4. Distribution of high-quality OFSP vines that covers the cooperative size of farm

By engaging directly with the Baure Farmers Association, Esomchi Foods is not only securing quality OFSP tubers for Esomchi Mix Pap Powder, but also enhancing farmer livelihoods, boosting community-level production capacity, and supporting wider access to nutritious foods across Northern Nigeria.

This initiative continues to demonstrate the company’s commitment to sustainable agriculture, farmer empowerment, and improved nutrition outcomes.

03/03/2026

🌱From Seed Support to Harvest Success: Biofortified Crops Thriving in Jama’are

Recall that Esomchi Foods engaged some outgrowers in Jama’are LGA, Bauchi State last year, providing them with high-quality Orange-Fleshed Sweet Potato (OFSP) vines and Vitamin A maize seeds. This support formed part of our broader effort to promote biofortified crops that enhance household nutrition while strengthening rural livelihoods.

Through this intervention, farmers were empowered to cultivate nutrient-dense crops that address Vitamin A deficiency, improve food security, and create sustainable income opportunities within their communities.

Today, we are proud to see the impact firsthand — a thriving Vitamin A Maize and Orange-Fleshed Sweet Potato (OFSP) farm cultivated by some of the outgrowers, now ready for harvest, reflecting both the resilience of the farmers and the transformative potential of nutrition-sensitive agriculture.

02/03/2026

🔬🌱✨When Research Excellence Endorses Quality – Dr. Amala C. Okoye Backs Esomchi Mix Pap Powder

When science speaks, we listen. And when science is excited, we celebrate!

We’re proud to share this powerful endorsement of Esomchi Food Mix Pap Powder from Dr. Amala C. Okoye, a respected Research Scientist at the National Root Crops Research Institute (NRCRI), Umudike.

With her deep expertise in root and tuber crops, sweet potato value chain development, and sustainable seed systems, her excitement about Esomchi Mix Pap Powder speaks volumes about the product’s quality, nutrition, and innovation.

At Esomchi Foods, we are committed to transforming locally sourced crops into nutritious, convenient, and trusted food solutions for families across Nigeria.

This isn’t just pap.
It’s research-backed nutrition.
It’s value addition in action.
It’s innovation from farm to table.

28/02/2026

🌱Deepening Community Partnerships: Esomchi Foods Engages Nagarta Farmers in Dango/Sabon Gari Community

On 27th February 2026, Esomchi Foods extended its dry-season out-grower expansion to Dango/Sabon Gari, located in Yalmatu-Deba LGA of Gombe State.

This phase of engagement was implemented in collaboration with the Nagarta Farmers Association, further strengthening community-level partnerships that are critical to sustainable raw material sourcing.

The session focused on equipping farmers with the practical knowledge and inputs needed to scale dry-season production of Orange-Fleshed Sweet Potato (OFSP). Discussions centered on:

1. Climate-smart and Good Agronomic Practices (GAP) for improved yields
2. The nutritional value of OFSP in combating Vitamin A deficiency
3. Market linkage opportunities within the OFSP value chain
4. Distribution of quality OFSP vines that covers the cooperative size of farms

Unlike a routine training visit, this engagement represented a strategic step toward building a dependable, farmer-driven supply ecosystem. By working directly with organized cooperatives such as Nagarta Farmers Association, Esomchi Foods is strengthening aggregation systems, improving traceability, and enhancing income opportunities for smallholder farmers.

Through continued grassroots engagement, Esomchi Foods is not only securing sustainable inputs for Esomchi Mix Pap Powder but also advancing rural economic resilience and improved nutrition outcomes across Northern Nigeria.

27/02/2026

🌱Continuation of Esomchi Foods’ Out-Grower Engagement in Gombe State

As part of its ongoing expansion of dry-season out-grower operations to strengthen the supply of Orange-Fleshed Sweet Potato (OFSP) tubers for Esomchi Mix Pap Powder, Esomchi Foods continued its farmer engagement in Shuwarin, Yalmatu-Deba LGA, Gombe State.

The initiative fully owned and led by Esomchi Foods was implemented in collaboration with members of the Gawo Farmers Association.

The training session, held on 26th February 2026, focused on:

1. Good Agronomic Practices (GAP) for dry-season OFSP production
2. Nutritional benefits of OFSP, particularly its role in addressing Vitamin A deficiency
3. Economic opportunities within the OFSP value chain
4. Distribution of high-quality OFSP vines that covers the cooperative size of farms

This continued engagement reinforces Esomchi Foods’ commitment to:
1. Strengthening its backward integration strategy
2. Improving farmer productivity and incomes
3. Securing a reliable, nutritious raw material supply
4. Expanding access to nutrient-rich Esomchi Mix Pap Powder for families across Nigeria

By investing directly in farmer capacity and input access, Esomchi Foods is not only building a resilient supply chain but also contributing meaningfully to rural economic empowerment and improved nutrition outcomes.

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