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Hibiscus Flower Product and Profitability Profile

Description: Roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa) belongs to the family Malvacea. It is an annual herb cultivated for its leaves, stem, seed and calyces. The crop is native to India but was introduced to other parts of the world such as Central America, West Indies and Africa. It is best grown in tropical and sub-tropical regions. Hibiscus is popularly called Zobo in Nigeria. The Nigerian hibiscus punch is made from an infusion of dried hibiscus calyxes which form at the base of flowers as they mature, this red calyxes are frequently used as a natural food colouring also make a delicious herbal punch which can be taken hot or cold.

China and Thailand are the largest producers and control much of the world supply. Thailand invested heavily in roselle production and their product is of superior quality, whereas China's product, with less stringent quality control practices, is less reliable and reputable. The world's best roselle comes from the Sudan, but the quantity is low and poor processing hampers quality.

Harvest: Hibiscus sabdariffa is harvested from late December onwards. The harvest is timed according to the ripeness of the seed. The fleshy calyces are harvested after the flower has dropped but before the seedpod has dried and opened. The more time the capsule remains on the plant after the seeds begin to ripen, the more susceptible the calyx is to sores, sun cracking, and general deterioration in quality.

Locations: Roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa L.) is widely grown in the tropics and its cultivation in Nigeria is highly concentrated in the North Eastern and Middle- belt regions of the country

Specifications

Features	Percentage
Moisture	5%
Total Ash	10% max
Acid Insoluble Ash	1.50% max
Broken Sticks	5% max
Foreign matter	2% max
Salmonella	Negative

Uses: Hibiscus is used in numerous products there including herbal teas, herbal medicines, syrups and food coloring. It’s also used in ready to serve beverages made by Knudson, Whole Foods and other food and beverage manufacturers.

Export market: Germany and the United States are the main countries importing Hibiscus. The biggest German buyer (as well as for the whole of Europe and the world) is Martin Bauer, one of the oldest and largest companies in the herb industry. Main importers in the United States are Celestial Seasonings and Lipton, both tea companies

Export Price: In general the FOB prices range from USD1,200-3,600 /MT depending on quality, time of year, and amount purchased. Quality is a function of taste and color primarily, followed by cleanliness and other factors. The best quality is dark red in color with a sour-fruity taste.

Local price: The local market price of hibiscus per MT ranges from NGN140,000.00 to NGN160,00.00 to deliver it to Lagos during the season. It may be as high as NGN180,000 when the season is over.

Job Offer: Solid Minerals Research Manager

Job Title:  Solid Minerals Research Manager

Main Responsibilities: 

• Research and development of the Nigerian Solid Minerals.
  
• Travelling to different parts of the country to identify locations of Solid Minerals
  
• Sourcing and Registering Solid Minerals miners that will be working with 3T Impex
  
• Manages the Solid Minerals product sourcing service of 3T Impex
  
• Liaise with Nigeria Mining Corporations on research and development of Solid Minerals
• Seminar Presentations on exportable Solid Minerals
• Procurement of Solid Minerals processing chemicals and machines for 3T Impex's clients
  
• Provide solutions to the challenges of exporting Solid Minerals
• Keeping the company abreast of any new development in the Mining industry 

Core Competencies:

Knowledge:

• Sound knowledge of quality specifications of Solid Minerals
• Knowledge of locations and sources of good quality Solid Minerals in different parts of the country
  
• Vast in all the basics profiles of all the Solid Minerals found in Nigeria
  
• Good understanding of the processes involved in mining Solid Minerals products
  
• Good knowledge of lab test analysis to ascertain the quality of Solid Minerals
• Basic understanding of how to preserve Solid Minerals for a fairly long time
  
• Good working relationship and knowledge of the mandates of Solid Minerals development agencies
  

Skills:

• Ability to work with all levels of the organisation.
  
• Excellent team player.
• Open personality with energy and drive.
• Motivated to succeed.
• Ability to be flexible and work to deadlines.
• Ability to follow procedures.
• Maintain accurate records.

Personal:

Being Proactive – Strives to stay ahead by anticipating rather than reacting; ensures that ones actions are always carefully considered.

Resilience – Have confidence in your ability to achieve ambitious goals and celebrates success; never allows oneself to become arrogant. Possess the ability to cope with rejection.

Problem Solving Style – Identifies, clarifies/defines and works through challenges towards a defined outcome.

Acting with Integrity – Lives the 3T Impex's business model based on trust and integrity as perceived by our stakeholders, especially our clients.

Personal Accountability – Takes full responsibility for ones actions and the impact that you have on others; self driven with a desire to continually grow and improve on your performance. Shows a high degree of self-motivation and ambition.

Experience Required:

At least one year of experinence Agric products related environment.

Qualifications:

• BSc Geology, Geophysics or any Geosciences
  
• Fluent in English language.
  
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft products (Excel, Word, Powerpoint).

Interested candidates should  forward their applications and CV to the 3timpex@gmail.com

Job Offer: Agric Commodity Research Manager

Job Title:  Agric Commodity Research Manager

Main Responsibilities: 

• Research and development of exportable Agricultural Product.
  
• Travelling to different parts of the country to identify locations of Agricultural Product.
• Sourcing and Registering commodity merchants and LBA to work with 3T Impex
  
• Manages the Agric products sourcing service of 3T Impex
  
• Liaise with IITA on research and development of Agricultural Products
  
• Seminar Presentations on exportable Agricultural Products
• Procurement of Agric processing machines for 3T Impex's clients
  
• Provide solutions to the challenges of exporting perishable Agric Products 
• Keeping the company abreast of any new development in the Agricultural sector
  

Core Competencies:

Knowledge:

• Sound knowledge of quality specifications of Agricultural Products
• Knowledge of locations and sources of good quality Agricultural products in different parts of the country
  
• Vast in all the basics profiles of all the Agricultural products cultivated in Nigeria
  
• Good understanding of packaging Agric products for long distance travels
  
• Good knowledge of lab test analysis to ascertain the quality of Agric commodities
  
• Basic understanding of how to preserve Agric product for about 6-12 months
  
• Good working relationship and knowledge of the mandates of Agric development agencies
  

Skills:

• Ability to work with all levels of the organisation.
  
• Excellent team player.
• Open personality with energy and drive.
• Motivated to succeed.
• Ability to be flexible and work to deadlines.
• Ability to follow procedures.
• Maintain accurate records.

Personal:

Being Proactive – Strives to stay ahead by anticipating rather than reacting; ensures that ones actions are always carefully considered.

Resilience – Have confidence in your ability to achieve ambitious goals and celebrates success; never allows oneself to become arrogant. Possess the ability to cope with rejection.

Problem Solving Style – Identifies, clarifies/defines and works through challenges towards a defined outcome.

Acting with Integrity – Lives the 3T Impex's business model based on trust and integrity as perceived by our stakeholders, especially our clients.

Personal Accountability – Takes full responsibility for ones actions and the impact that you have on others; self driven with a desire to continually grow and improve on your performance. Shows a high degree of self-motivation and ambition.

Experience Required:

At least one year of experinence Agric products related environment.

Qualifications:

• BSc Agricultural Science, Agric Economics and Extension
  
• Fluent in English language.
  
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft products (Excel, Word, Powerpoint).

Interested candidates should  forward their applications and CV to the 3timpex@gmail.com

EXPORT MENTORSHIP PROGRAMME

Who is this programme meant for?

• Those that are looking for PLAN B to secure their future
• Those that are tired of the RAT RACE in the work place
• Those that want to start their OWN BUSINESSES immediately or later on
• Those that are looking for a PROFITABLE and LEGAL business to do
• Those that want to start a business while still on their present JOB
• Those that want to be either of the following degrees of exporters
•      An Arm Chair Exporter
•      Part-Time Exporter 
•      Full-Time Exporter

Mentorship Curriculum

• Introduction to the Export Business
• The Basics Of Export Planning
• Export Contract Sourcing Strategies
• Product Sourcing Options
• Product Review for Five Commodities
• Business Opportunities in Export Value Chain
• The Fundamentals of Shipment Costing and ROI Calculation
• International Payment Methods in summary
• Understanding Export Risks and Mitigants
• Overcoming the Challenges of Export Logistics
• Processing Pre & Post Export Documentations
• Securing Pre & Post Export Financing from Banks
• A guided test shipment

Extras

• Online FREE access to daily local commodity prices for at least five products
• Online FREE access to Local Commodity Suppliers
• Free access to Bi-Monthly Export Newsletters on new Export Opportunities
• Preferential treatment in allotment of available export contracts

For more information please:

Call: +234 1 8131517,  +234 803 6522 946

Email: 3timpex@gmail.com

Visit our office at: 60 Ogunlana drive, Surulere Lagos