Our History
A Decade of Agribusiness Excellence:
From Seed to Strength! Our Story of Growth and Purpose.
Sesame Cleaning Services:
We started our journey with the launch of a 90TPD sesame cleaning facility at Dawanau Market, Kano. This marked the company’s entry into value chain services, providing farmers and traders with access to premium-grade sesame for local and export markets.
Commodity Aggregation & Trading:
Building on its sesame cleaning success, Silvex International expanded into commodity aggregation and trading at the renowned Dawanau market, Africa’s largest grains hub streamlining supply chains and linking smallholder farmers to high-value markets.
Agribusiness Expansion:
In 2014, Silvex International Limited was officially incorporated, marking a major milestone into full-scale agribusiness. The company expanded its operations to include the production and supply of quality inputs, such as seeds through its subsidiary Sabanah Seeds, as well as commercial farming.
Launch of Commercial Farming:
In October 2014, Silvex International Limited commenced large-scale crop production as part of its agribusiness expansion. Since then, the company has cultivated over 5,000 hectares of farmland across various regions, focusing on key staples and high-demand crops. This initiative strengthened the company’s backward integration strategy and boosted raw material availability for its processing operations.
Aggregation and Trading Expansion"
By mid-2015, Silvex International significantly expanded its commodity aggregation and trading operations. The company successfully aggregated over 68,000 metric tons of agricultural produce across several Nigerian states and neighboring African countries. To support this scale, Silvex established over 30,000 square feet of standard industrial storage facilities, enhancing its capacity to manage large volumes while maintaining quality and traceability across the supply chain.
Entry into Global Export Markets:
By early 2016, Silvex International commenced full-scale export operations, marking its entry into global markets. The company exported over $2 million worth of agricultural and mineral commodities, including soybean, sesame seeds, roasted cashew nuts, and lithium ore, to strategic international destinations, reinforcing its position as a reliable exporter and broadening its impact across global value chains.
Launch of First Consumer Product:
Silvex International marked a new milestone in 2022 with the launch of its first packaged consumer product, 500g ziplocked cleaned sesame seeds. This initiative reflected the company’s commitment to quality, convenience, and global standards in food packaging, positioning Silvex as not only a bulk aggregator but also a trusted retail brand.
Advancing Climate-Smart Agriculture:
Silvex International deepened its commitment to sustainable agriculture by adopting Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) practices. With a land bank of 14,000ha owned, 2,000ha leased, and over 4,000ha cultivated, the company actively engaged 35,000+ farmers. More than 10,000 farmers were trained on CSA techniques, while 3,700 participated in outgrower schemes and 1,700 in ingrower programs—boosting resilience, productivity, and sustainability across its agricultural operations.
Expansion of Logistics and Trading
In 2023, Silvex International broadened its operations by venturing into logistics and trading services. This strategic move enhanced supply chain efficiency and enabled seamless movement of agricultural commodities across domestic and international markets, further solidifying Silvex’s role as a fully integrated agribusiness leader.
Manufacturing Expansion & Product Launch
By 2023, Silvex International deepened its footprint in food manufacturing by acquiring a 120TPD rice milling plant. This milestone marked the launch of its flagship consumer product, Tomato Queen Parboiled Rice, introduced into the Nigerian market as a premium, locally processed rice brand, further showcasing the company’s commitment to quality, value addition, and food security.
New Facility Acquisition & Brand Expansion:
Silvex International expanded its manufacturing presence with the acquisition of another rice milling facility in Kogi State. This development led to the launch of Confluence Rice, a high-quality parboiled rice brand tailored to meet growing consumer demand across Nigeria, reinforcing the company’s commitment to regional agro-industrial growth and food security.