Manitoba, Canada – Nigerian entrepreneur Adebowale Onafowora is tackling the high cost and poor quality of imported African greens with Bic Farms, a pioneering indoor farm in Canada growing indigenous Nigerian vegetables year-round using hydroponics.
Why This Matters
Solves Import Woes:
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Ends reliance on wilted, $10/kg shipments from Nigeria
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Provides fresh ugu, bitter leaf, and scent leaf to diaspora communities
Tech-Driven Farming: -
Vertical hydroponic systems ensure pesticide-free, consistent yields
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Overcomes Canada’s climate limitations for tropical crops
Onafowora’s Vision:
“This isn’t just farming—it’s preserving cultural connections through food security.”
Market Potential
Price Drop: Aims to slash costs by 60% vs. imports
Diaspora Demand: Targets 200K+ Nigerians in Canada
Scalability: Model could expand to US/UK markets
