Moreover, the institute has also been training young Nigerians in mango processing and agribusiness development at its Ibadan facility.
Bananas were planted in January 2025 and are part of efforts to reduce reliance on costly fruit imports.
However, the resumption of trade will not be immediate.
The proposed investment is expected to create additional opportunities for growers while supporting the development of the avocado sector.
Both nations benefit from reduced price volatility and more stable supply chains.