Ugu is arguably the most popular vegetable in AlaIgbo (Igboland); the value of Ugu leaves is such that it is the most consumed vegetable in Igboland; cultivated primarily for cooking, the Ugu leaves and other Ugu products have enjoyed remarkable popularity. Throughout history, the vegetable has also found its application as an informal medication.
The diversity of Ugu is such that as a vegetable, it is used to cook different types of food; Ugu is used for making rice stew and Egwusi soup; also, Ugwu can be used to cook yam and vegetable porridge.
Since Ugu is a tropical plant (Plants that perform better in a warmer environment), Ugu is scarce in other parts of the world like Europe. The Igbo nation remains the largest producer and consumer of Ugu worldwide.
Given that the Igbos are travelers, some of these items like the Ugu leaves are desired overseas not just by Igbos but also those who have found the great benefit of the wonderful vegetable. At Ikenga Store, we supply Ugu leaves, seeds and other such products worldwide.
Both Fresh and Dried Ugu Available
One of the biggest concern of shipping overseas is the condition of the shipment; given that the Ugu leaves especially needs to be fresh, there is a need to at least ship fresh ones; cut and dried Ugu could as well be shipped, while the dried one is ideal for shipping, it is also more desired for the Ugu to be fresh.
Appropriate moisture content
Given the shipping standards, depending on the scale of demand, we always meet the appropriate moisture level of our products; we also consider our customer’s desired moisture content level.
Quality
The soil of AlaIgbo has become so suitable for the Ugu plant that it has made Ugu leaves produced here the best quality. Even with the notable quality of our Ugu, we make sure that the best is shipped to your location; we ensure that only the fresh and succulent Ugu leaves that are not eaten by ants or other pests are distributed through Ikenga Store with our Ugu, you are sure to get the best of the bests.
Price
It is very hard to determine the Ugu price beforehand; even locally here in Nigeria, several factors impact the Ugu pricing, such as season, market day and so on; there is no fixed price for Ugu; however, here in Ikenga Store, you would get the best quality and value for your money.
Affordability
If there is somewhere you will get affordable Ugu products; it would be in AlaIgbo. Apart from the high production capacity, we are committed to getting this wonderful vegetable to as many who need it outside the shores of Nigeria and even to other parts of the country where Ugu cultivation is not so popular.
Delivery
We ship our Ugu leaves and seeds to different parts of the world. We use reliable shipping companies; however, you are at liberty to suggest your preferred and convenient shipping services. Note that shipping cost impacts the overall landing price.