How to Source Bulk Cooking Oil in Lagos: A Buyer's Guide

Buying cooking oil in bulk for a restaurant, kitchen or food business in Lagos? What to check on quality, price and delivery, the oil grades that matter, and how to find a reliable supplier.

Palm Oil for Soap Making: Which Grade to Use & Where to Buy

Which palm oil is best for soap making? A practical guide to CPO, RBD palm oil, palm stearin and palm kernel oil in soap, what each does for hardness and lather, and how to source it in bulk in Nigeria.

TRAC by HAV: How a Farm App is Rebuilding Trust in Nigeria's Palm Oil Supply Chain

Supply chain transparency is no longer just a sustainability aspiration. It is a market requirement. TRAC by HAV gives Nigerian smallholder palm oil farmers a formal digital identity, satellite-verified farm records, and a traceable supply history for the first time.

CPO, PKO, and RBDPO: The Three Palm Oil Products Every Nigerian Buyer and Producer Needs to Understand

Nigeria produces enormous quantities of Crude Palm Oil but captures almost none of the value in Palm Kernel Oil or refined products. Understanding the difference between CPO, PKO, and RBDPO is the first step to understanding where the money actually is.

The Ondo Renaissance: Inside HAV's ₦7.5 Billion Bet on Nigerian Palm Oil

HIBGLI Agro Ventures is committing ₦7.5 billion to transform Ondo State's palm oil sector: 1,200 farmers, 20 cooperatives, a 1,000-hectare demonstration farm, and a path to ₦11.55B annual revenue. Here is the full picture.

The Derivatives Opportunity: What Africa Grows, Processes Elsewhere, and Buys Back at a Premium

Palm oil is in half of all packaged goods globally. Africa produces 7% of the world's palm oil and processes almost none of it into derivatives. The food, oleochemical, and biofuel industries that should exist on this continent are currently in Kuala Lumpur and Rotterdam.

OER: The One Number That Determines Whether a Palm Oil Farmer Thrives or Survives

Oil Extraction Rate (OER) is the single most important technical metric in palm oil processing. Nigeria's smallholders average 11–15%. Modern cooperative mills achieve 22–25%. The income difference is life-changing.

The Middleman Equation: Where Nigerian Palm Oil Farmers' Money Goes

A tonne of crude palm oil retails for up to ₦2 million. The smallholder who grew the fruit behind it sells raw bunches for about ₦320,000 a tonne. This article follows the money, and explains the cooperative structure that changes the equation.

Meet the Farmers: Portraits from HAV's First TRAC Registration

On March 26–28, 2026, HAV registered its first cohort of smallholder farmers on TRAC at Onisere and Okitipupa Farm Settlements. Here is who they are, in their own numbers, on their own land.

Ground Zero: Inside HAV's First Visit to Ondo State's Palm Oil Farmers

In February 2026, a small HAV team drove into Ondo State with a truck that would later break down, brochures that would run out, and no clear picture of what to expect. What they found changed the direction of the programme.

Nigeria's Lost Palm Oil Crown, and the Plan to Take It Back

Nigeria was once the world's largest palm oil exporter. Decades of policy neglect, infrastructure decay, and market distortion reversed that entirely. Here is the full story, and why HAV believes the reversal can be reversed.

Modified Palm Oil - Is It Bad for You? Everything You Should Know

What is modified palm oil, why is it in your food, and is it bad for you? A clear breakdown of how palm oil is modified, the health implications, and how to choose better.

Is Palm Oil Actually Healthy in 2026? A Science-Backed Guide for Cooks

Is palm oil healthy or bad for you? A clear, science-based look at palm oil's benefits, risks, cholesterol effect, and how it compares to other oils.

Palm Oil vs Groundnut Oil - Which Is Healthier and Better for Cooking?

Palm oil vs groundnut oil — we compare nutrition, health benefits, smoke point, taste, price, and cooking uses to help you choose the right oil for your kitchen.

Palm Oil vs Palm Kernel Oil - The Real Differences You Should Know

Palm oil and palm kernel oil come from the same fruit but are very different products. Source, nutrition, uses, health, and which to choose — fully explained.

Why Is There Palm Oil in Peanut Butter? Is It Bad for You?

Why does peanut butter contain palm oil, is it bad for you, and how does it compare to natural peanut butter? A clear, honest breakdown.

Africa-Wide Palm Oil Export for Manufacturers and Distributors - HAV Supply for Food, Cosmetics, and Industrial Use

Export-ready palm oil supply across Africa for manufacturers, distributors, and importers in food, cosmetics, consumer goods, chemicals, and industrial manufacturing.

Reliable Palm Oil Supply for Nigerian Food Businesses - HAV B2B for Restaurants, Caterers, and Distributors

Consistent palm oil supply for Nigerian restaurants, caterers, and small distributors. Flexible volumes, packaging options, and dependable delivery from HAV.

Industrial-Grade Palm Oil Export to the US, EU, and the Americas - Compliance-Ready Supply from HAV

Industrial-grade palm oil export from Nigeria with strict quality control, compliant documentation, and flexible packaging for US, EU, and Americas buyers.

Sustainable Palm Oil Starts Here - Inside HAV’s Farmer-First Mission

Discover how HIGBLI Agro Ventures (HAV), based in Lagos, Nigeria, is transforming the nation's palm oil industry by prioritizing farmers, sustainability, and transparency through innovative practices and technology.

HAV’s Tech-Driven Approach to Transparent Palm Oil Sourcing in Nigeria

Discover how HIGBLI Agro Ventures (HAV) is revolutionizing Nigeria's palm oil industry through innovative technology, ensuring transparency, sustainability, and empowerment for smallholder farmers.

Why Palm Oil Is In Everything, And Why That's Good

You might be surprised to find palm oil listed as an ingredient in a vast array of products, from your favorite snacks and cosmetics to the cooking oil used in kitchens worldwide. Its omnipresence in our daily lives often comes with mixed perceptions. At Hibgli Agro Venture (HAV), we believe in shedding light on the full story of this remarkable, yet complex, natural product.

Why We Cook Food in Oil

Every culinary journey often begins with a simple yet profound step - adding palm oil to a heated pan. But have you ever truly paused to consider the multifaceted reasons behind this fundamental instruction? At HAV, we understand that quality cooking hinges on understanding your ingredients.

Peanut Oil vs Palm Kernel Oil: Which Is Better for Cooking?

Peanut oil vs palm kernel oil: how they compare on smoke point, flavour, saturated fat, health and cost, so you can pick the right oil for frying and everyday cooking.

Unlocking the Potential of Palm Oil - HAV’s Role in Shaping the Future of a Golden Industry

Palm oil is not just another cooking ingredient; it’s a cornerstone of culinary traditions, a powerhouse for industrial applications, and a key driver of the global economy.

How is Palm Oil Made? From Harvesting to Refining

Palm oil is one of the most widely used cooking oils globally, and its production involves several stages from harvesting to processing.

The Golden Path - Unlocking Nigeria’s Palm Oil Potential with HAV

Palm oil is one of the most versatile and widely used vegetable oils globally. From cooking to cosmetics, its applications are vast and impactful.

Discover the Golden Goodness - HAV Palm Oil for Your Kitchen and Beyond

Welcome to the world of HAV Palm Oil, where quality meets tradition. From cooking to skincare, palm oil has been a staple in households for centuries. But what makes HAV Palm Oil stand out? Let’s dive into the golden goodness we bring to your table.

The Golden Goodness - Exploring the Benefits of HAV Palm Oil

Welcome to the world of HAV Palm Oil, where quality meets tradition. From cooking to skincare, palm oil has been a staple in households for centuries. But what makes HAV Palm Oil stand out? Let’s dive into the golden goodness we bring to your table.

How to Cook Palm Oil Rice - A Flavorful African Dish

Palm oil rice, also known as 'Jollof rice' in some cultures, is a popular dish in West Africa that features rice cooked in the rich, red-colored palm oil.

Palm Kernel Oil (PKO): Uses, Benefits & How It's Made

What is palm kernel oil? A clear guide to PKO: how it's made, what it's used for in soap, cosmetics, food and industry, its benefits, and how it differs from crude palm oil and coconut oil.

Understanding Palm Oil - The Benefits, Controversies, and Health Implications

Palm oil is one of the most widely used vegetable oils in the world, found in a multitude of products, from food to cosmetics and household items.