Farmers, it is important to know suitable soil types for banana plantation. In banana farming, the soil for bananas should have good drainage, adequate fertility, and moisture. Deep, rich loamy soil with a pH between 6-7.5 is most preferred for banana cultivation.  

Malay apple is a unique tropical apple now grown, eaten and sold in Nigeria and many tropical countries of the world. It is native to Malaysia. Malay apple is not the imported or temperate apples from South Africa, Europe, Asia, United States of America and Chile. It is also not the small local apples that are white and pink in colour that are common here in Lagos, Nigeria. It is highly nutritious and medicinal in nature. It is the biggest of all apples in the world. Health Benefits to Pregnant Women 1. Controls blood pressure 2. Maintains electrolysed balance that exists in the body of a pregnant woman. 3. Relieves muscle contractions to reduce the feeling of abdominal cramps and overcome nausea. 4. Accelerates the absorption of iron needed by the body during pregnancy. 5. Accelerates the development of red blood cells, which is needed during pregnancy. 6. Strengthens the embryo. 7. Vitamins and minerals in Malay apple fruit are good natural antioxidants for pregnant women.. Antioxidants are useful to prevent the growth of bacteria and germs that often attack pregnant women. 8. The source of fiber needed by pregnant women which is very important for the digestive tract and to overcome constipation. More Health benefits of Malay apple 1, Treats eyes health 2. Nourishes the skin 3. Strengthens the bones 4. Overcomes Dysentry 5. Relieves Fever etc

Happy new Year. We produce Malay Apple here in Nigeria. It is a tropical apple. It is highly nutritious and medicinal in nature with amazing food uses. Being a tropical apple, we have a challenge with the short shelf - life. How can we increase this? Thank you. Gbenga Akinyemi, Agronomist / Malay Apple Farmer in Nigeria.