Obinze ColdHubs
The Obinze Fresh Vegetable Market has been a cornerstone of the Obinze community, situated within the Owerri West Local Government of Imo State, in Southeastern Nigeria, for many years.
This vibrant market is predominantly supplied by the Northern Region, where individuals have embraced the trade of supplying and distributing vegetables as a means of livelihood. Every Thursday, the market experiences a bustling influx of produce, with over six trucks laden with various vegetables such as carrots, broccoli, cabbage, and peppers, sourced from the Northern part of Nigeria. These goods are offloaded to suppliers and distributors who cater to restaurants, food supply chain actors, and retailers across the city.
Despite the significant volume of trade, approximately 60,000 tons of food are exchanged for cash in Obinze, with a staggering 40% loss attributed to inadequate storage facilities and traditional transportation methods.
The introduction of ColdHubs has been a transformative innovation for the market. Initially equipped with a 3-ton cold room capable of storing 150 crates of vegetables, ColdHubs revolutionized the local perception of reducing vegetable loss through technological advancements.
While the utilization of ColdHubs has positively impacted income and financial returns for traders, there remains a substantial gap in meeting the storage demands of the market. The current 3-ton capacity falls short of accommodating the vast quantity of food offloaded in the market.
In response to this pressing need, market leadership recently visited ColdHubs Limited to advocate for an upgrade to either a 10-ton or 100-ton facility. The aim is to adequately store the considerable volume of food distributed and supplied within the market. Assurance was given that ColdHubs is actively strategizing to deploy a 100-ton mega cold room to fulfill the mass food storage requirements of the market.
Gloria Ola, the dedicated Hub Operator and sales representative at ColdHubs Obinze Vegetable Market, plays a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of the facility. She is committed to driving sales, maintaining customer satisfaction, and upholding regulatory compliance.
For those interested in visiting the ColdHubs facility in Obinze, please kindly contact Gloria via her mobile phone +2340 704 872 0761 for further assistance and arrangements.