Cassava remains one of Nigeria’s most widely cultivated and economically important crops. According to the most recent data available from the OpenTrace data warehouse:

• Production volumes remain strong, with estimated national output at approximately 59 million metric tons in 2023, making Nigeria the world’s leading producer.

• Top producing states include Benue, Kogi, Cross River, and Imo, with regional variation in yield performance due to differences in rainfall, seed variety, and input access.

• Average yield is currently around 14.7 metric tons per hectare, with notable improvements in regions where certified stems and mechanization are more widely adopted.

• Farmgate prices have shown moderate volatility, averaging ₦24,000–₦28,000 per metric ton in Q2 2024, depending on region and market access.

• Post-harvest losses remain a challenge, particularly in areas with limited processing infrastructure and road connectivity.

These insights are drawn entirely from OpenTrace’s structured agricultural data warehouse, which consolidates validated public datasets, field-level reports, satellite-derived production estimates, and market data sources. Unlike conventional AI tools, OpenTrace does not rely on internet scraping or unverified third-party content. All data is cleaned, standardized, and triangulated to ensure decision-grade accuracy.