their animals are treated humanely. Not only is that the right thing to do, but anything less would be self-defeating. Consumers also are concerned about the treatment of swine during production and desire accurate information on pork production. �e pigs are of good quality pigs reared in a humane husbandry system as well.
Crop Production( Arable crops, fruit orchard and vegetables) In Nigeria, enormous quantities of fruits and vegetables are produced and staggering gures are sometimes given as estimated annual production.
Fruits and vegetables play a very important role in the nutrition and health especially as they contain substances which regulate or stimulate digestion, act as laxatives or diuretics, pectins and phenoic compounds which play a part in regulating the pH of the intestines.
Fruits and vegetables also contribute to the income of both the rural and urban dweller. �e industrial potential of many fruits and vegetables available in Nigeria is enormous. Fruits and vegetable production in Nigeria is a serious business because it provides a means of livelihood for some people and also play an important role in the improvement of the health of Nigerians.
Food processing Quality standards are usually related to improving the safety of food products suitable for consumption in accordance to speci cations by food regulatory bodies. �ese standards are essential elements for local and international businesses which contribute to economic progress through industrial development and trade.
Consultancy Are you an aspiring farmer? Are you an established farmer who wants to move your practice to the next level? Do you want to learn how to maximize your available resources to earn more from your farming? If " Yes " Pilgrim Ranch offers individual and group training programs. �e consultancy services and training programs cover all the areas of Pilgrim Ranch activity.
Corporate Social Responsibility Corporate Social Responsibility or Community involvement has been at the heart of all the projects founded by Hon. John Godson. He has through his 4 foundations affected the lives of several people- prominent among which is his annual scholarships given to intelligent students from indigent homes. About 120 students have received such scholarships so far. Pilgrim Ranch singlehandedly( without government help) constructed a 4km new
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