Ginger

Ginger is the underground rhizome of the ginger plant, known botanically as Zingiber officinale. It has been a popular spice and herbal medicine for thousands of years. It has a long history of use in Asian, Indian, and Arabic herbal traditions. It is a commodity that is highly valued in international markets for its aroma, pungency, high oil and Aleo resin content.

Nigeria is the third largest exporter of ginger in the world after China and India. Most of the dried ginger that are available for international trade are simply sun dried over a few days, Dried ginger is usually presented in a split or sliced form.