A GOOD PRODUCT IS NOT
AUTOMATICALLY A GOOD BUSINESS.
Process It. Package It. Cost It. Price It. Profit From It.
A 2-Day Practical Decision Lab for agro-food processors. Bring one real product and build its complete processing, packaging, costing, pricing, and profitability framework.
Ms. Adetoun Abbi-Olaniyan, DFIEMA
Executive Director, TAPA
Founder & CEO, Thistleberry Food Co. LtdWhy You Should Attend
Transform raw harvest into high-value, market-ready agro-food products. Acquire practical knowledge, decision frameworks, and operational controls to scale your enterprise sustainably.
Raw Material Sourcing & Grading
Master the exact criteria for selecting, grading, and preparing raw produce to prevent post-harvest losses and ensure premium quality before drying or processing.
Precision Thermal Drying & Process Control
Understand temperature thresholds, moisture retention curves, and critical process controls required to achieve consistent texture, color, and nutritional value.
Advanced Packaging & Shelf Stability
Identify food-grade packaging materials, barrier properties, and moisture sealing techniques that extend shelf life without relying on harmful preservatives.
Unit Costing, Pricing & Profitability
Calculate true production costs, yield loss percentages, overhead allocation, and distributor margins to set competitive prices that ensure predictable profit margins.
Standard Operating Procedures & Hygiene
Implement robust food safety systems, facility sanitation protocols, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to meet industry and retail distribution standards.
Regulatory Compliance & NAFDAC Readiness
Understand mandatory documentation, product labeling rules, batch coding, and regulatory requirements needed for swift NAFDAC registration and market entry.
About Thistleberry Agro-Processing Academy (TAPA)
TAPA is Africa’s premier institutional hub for practical agro-industrial training. We bridge the gap between academic theory and industry reality through hands-on curriculum, expert mentorship, and strategic partnerships.
Our mission is to empower a new generation of African manufacturers with the technical expertise and business acumen required to lead the continent’s agricultural revolution and participate profitably in global trade.
5000+
Professionals Trained
50+
Industry Partners
Built on Credibility and Excellence
TAPA x NIFST
A unique collaboration bringing together academic rigor and industrial application.
Practical Learning
Curriculum built on real-world case studies from African processing plants.
Industry Focused
Connecting students directly with processing hubs and trade networks.
Our Professional Programmes
Explore our specialized certificate courses designed in partnership with NIFST.
Food Safety Standards & Quality Assurance Management
Comprehensive training on HACCP, hygiene management, and international regulatory safety standards.
Learn More →Food Processing & SOP System Management
Transforming raw commodities into high-value packaged retail products using standard operating procedures.
Learn More →Sustainability & Circular Economy Practices in Agro-Processing
Implementing eco-friendly production frameworks, resource recovery, and zero-waste systems.
Learn More →Equipment Operations & Preventive Maintenance Management
Optimizing machinery lifecycles, minimizing workplace downtime, and executing industrial safety standards.
Learn More →Agro-Branding & Packaging Compliance Management
Designing high-converting, compliant packaging systems to position products for premium global markets.
Learn More →Reserve Your Seat
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Frequently Asked Questions
This masterclass is designed for agro-processors, food business owners, quality control managers, agricultural entrepreneurs, and food science professionals looking to master raw material processing, shelf-life extension, packaging, and regulatory compliance.
Yes, registration for this masterclass is ₦60,000. Seats are limited to ensure an interactive, high-value learning environment.
Yes, all registered participants will get access to exclusive roadmap guides, process control templates, and reference materials following the live session.
Once you complete your registration, the access link and joining instructions will be sent directly to your registered email address and WhatsApp contact.
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