Waste Management in Cassava Processing Mill Industry in Kwale, Niger Delta, Nigeria

Background and Objective: Kwale is one of the major cities in the Niger Delta Nigeria, that is a major producer and processor of cassava. This study investigated the waste management practice that is adopted by cassava processors in kwale in the Niger Delta, Nigeria. Materials and Methods: The six quarters dominant in processing cassava were selected for the study. The survey involved the application of a well structured questionnaire which was administered to cassava processors of the selected quarters, which includes 30 male and 30 female respondents. The frequency distribution tables/percentages and descriptive statistical method was used for data analysis. Results: Results from the analysis revealed that the major products of cassava are Garri (50%) and Fufu (50%). It also revealed that cassava peels, cassava sieveates, cassava wastewater and starch content constitute 100% of the wastes produced and the different disposal methods adopted by cassava processors. Results showed that 100% of the respondents are aware of the negative impact of cassava waste on the environment. Conclusion: The findings also showed that the cassava wastes generated can be converted to secondary beneficiary products. The study therefore recommends proper management of cassava wastes.