In a bid to enhance food production and create job opportunities, Israeli agricultural investment firm AgroTop has expressed its commitment to revitalizing the livestock industry in Abia State, Nigeria. 

The company, in collaboration with its Nigerian partner, Max Agro Farm, is set to establish a modern livestock farm specializing in poultry and piggery, among other ventures.

During a visit to Governor Alex Otti in Umuahia, the Business Development Manager of AgroTop, Ofer Zuntz, highlighted the firm’s interest in partnering with the state government to establish a sustainable agribusiness venture. 

He emphasized that AgroTop operates in over 50 countries across five continents and is committed to long-term investment without an exit strategy.

Governor Otti welcomed the proposal, noting that his administration is focused on revamping abandoned industries, including the defunct Ogwe Golden Chicken Ltd. He hinted at the possibility of concessioning the facility to AgroTop and its partners after due diligence is conducted.

“We are not going to start from ground zero because there is something on ground. It may have become obsolete; technology may have moved but at least we have a location.” the governor stated, “By the time we ask all the questions and we are satisfied that you are the right partners, we can begin to think of concessioning the farm to you and your partners.”

Ejike Nwankwo, founding director of Max Agro Farms, expressed confidence that the investment would not only boost Abia’s economy but also improve food security and employment opportunities in the state.