From Farm to Table: Omega Foods Advances Cassava, Sorgham and Millet Processing

By Daily News Reporter 

Omega Foods Limited showcased its locally produced cassava and millet-based food products during the launch of the Zambia Agribusiness and Trade Project II Line of Credit Facility in Lusaka, highlighting the company’s commitment to promoting value addition and supporting Zambia’s growing agribusiness sector.

Zambia continues to explore ways of strengthening its agricultural value chains and boosting food security, local food processing companies are stepping forward to demonstrate the potential of homegrown crops.

Among them is Omega Foods Zambia Limited which is located in Chongwe Eastern province of Zambia, which recently showcased a range of its products during the launch of the Zambia Agribusiness and Trade Project II Line of Credit Facility in Lusaka.

The event brought together agribusiness players, government officials, financial institutions, and development partners, all focused on expanding opportunities for agricultural financing and strengthening agribusiness enterprises across the country.

For Omega Foods Limited, the occasion was more than just an exhibition. It was an opportunity to highlight the growing importance of value addition in Zambia’s agricultural sector.

Speaking during the event, the company’s Operations Director, Ms Justina Opit, explained that the company is committed to producing nutritious and affordable food products for Zambians using locally available crops such as cassava and millet.

( Ms Justina Opit Operations Director in white during exhibition tour)

She said the initiative reflects the company’s vision of contributing to national food security while creating opportunities for farmers and small-scale producers.

“By utilizing crops like cassava and millet, we are not only producing quality food products but also supporting local farmers and providing food to schools through promoting sustainable agriculture,” Ms. Opit noted.

Cassava has increasingly become one of the country’s most promising crops due to its resilience and adaptability. The crop thrives even in challenging conditions and is known for its tolerance to drought and certain diseases that often affect other staples.

Agricultural experts note that cassava’s resilience makes it particularly important in the context of climate change, where unpredictable weather patterns have begun to threaten traditional crop production.

Beyond its resilience, cassava offers significant opportunities for value addition. The crop can be processed into flour, starch, animal feed, and various food products, creating a diverse range of business opportunities within the agribusiness sector.

Zambia’s favourable agricultural conditions—characterised by fertile soils and abundant water resources—provide a strong foundation for the growth of such enterprises. With the right investments and access to financing, agribusinesses can expand production, improve processing capacity, and reach new markets.

The launch of the Zambia Agribusiness and Trade Project II Line of Credit Facility is expected to play a crucial role in this transformation. The initiative aims to provide financial support to agribusinesses, enabling them to scale up operations and strengthen agricultural value chains.

For companies like Omega Foods Zambia Limited, access to financing can help accelerate innovation in food processing and encourage greater use of locally grown crops.

Industry stakeholders say initiatives that support agribusiness development are key to diversifying Zambia’s economy, reducing dependence on imports, and creating employment opportunities along the agricultural value chain.

As Zambia continues to promote agriculture as a driver of economic growth, the role of companies such as Omega Foods Limited highlights how innovation, local resources, and strategic investment can help unlock the full potential of the sector.

Through value addition and partnerships with farmers, agribusinesses are not only transforming crops into consumer products but also shaping a more resilient and sustainable food system for the nation.