For Farmers

• Sell your farm produce directly to verified buyers without relying on middlemen who cut into your profit.
• Reach thousands of active buyers across Nigeria — including food processors, restaurants, retailers, exporters, and animal feed producers.
• List any type of produce, livestock, or farm product and get real-time visibility that helps you sell faster.
• Enjoy transparent farm-gate pricing that allows you to earn more and reduce losses caused by price manipulation or market uncertainty.
• Communicate and negotiate confidently using our secure in-platform chat system built to protect farmers from scammers.
• Receive instant notifications when buyers are searching for the exact items you have available, helping you plan your harvest and sales better.
• Reduce wastage by connecting quickly with bulk buyers who can purchase large quantities at once.
• Track your inquiries, negotiations, and completed deals all in one place — giving you full control of your business.
• Stay safe during offline transactions by confirming that the buyer’s phone number matches the number displayed on their Farmgate profile.
• Access helpful market insights that guide your pricing, planting decisions, and market timing so you can maximize profit throughout the year.

Whether you farm maize, cassava, vegetables, poultry, livestock, feed ingredients, fruits, or any other agricultural product, Farmgate gives you a trusted digital marketplace to sell quickly, safely, and at a fair price. Our platform empowers Nigerian farmers with better market access, improved income opportunities, and the tools needed to grow a sustainable farming business.

SELLER GUIDELINES - Farmgate Nigeria

Last Updated: [07/12/2025]

These Seller Guidelines outline the standards and responsibilities expected from all individuals and businesses selling agricultural produce through Farmgate Nigeria (“we,” “our,” “the platform”). Compliance with these guidelines ensures transparency, trust, and efficient transactions for all users.

1. Seller Eligibility

To sell on Farmgate Nigeria, a seller must:
Be at least 18 years old.
Provide accurate personal, business, or farm information.
Agree to all Farmgate Nigeria Terms and Conditions.

Product Quality Standards

Sellers must ensure that:

All produce listed is fresh, accurately graded, and honestly represented.
Quantities and pricing are realistic, fair, and aligned with market expectations.
No spoiled, contaminated, or misrepresented produce is listed for sale.
Farmgate Nigeria reserves the right to delist any product that does not meet quality standards.

3. Pricing Policy

Prices must be realistic and competitive.
Intentionally inflated or misleading prices are not allowed.
Sellers cannot add hidden fees without buyer consent.

4. Communication Standards

Sellers must respond promptly to buyer inquiries.
Only official Farmgate Nigeria channels should be used for sensitive or high-value transactions.
Abusive or fraudulent communication is strictly prohibited.

5. Delivery and Logistics

Sellers must:

Ensure timely preparation and release of produce for delivery or pickup. Never ship produce to buyers without proper verification through Farmgate Nigeria. Provide accurate delivery timelines and comply with agreed pickup/delivery arrangements.

6. Use of Farmgate Nigeria Agents

Our agents can serve as intermediaries between sellers and buyers. Sellers must cooperate with agents during inspections, verification, or settlement.

7. Prohibited Activities

Sellers may not:

Misrepresent the type, grade, or condition of produce. Conduct transactions outside the platform to avoid platform rules. Impersonate Farmgate Nigeria staff or mislead buyers. Request payment through unofficial channels. Violation of these rules may result in suspension or permanent removal from the platform.

8. Fraud Prevention

Farmgate Nigeria will not tolerate fraudulent activity.

Sellers must:
Use only documented phone numbers and official communication channels.
Permit verification when requested.
Refrain from any action that could mislead or endanger buyers.

9. Payments

For transactions facilitated by Farmgate Nigeria, payment upon delivery is strongly encouraged. Sellers must follow payment instructions from official Farmgate Nigeria representatives only.