Food production, beverage manufacturing, tobacco manufacturing, safety, standards, and market development.
The Food, Beverages & Tobacco Sectoral Group represents manufacturers engaged in the processing and production of food products, beverages, and tobacco products.
As one of the largest sectors within the manufacturing industry, the group addresses issues relating to food production, regulatory compliance, quality standards, local sourcing, market development, and industrial competitiveness.
Food Manufacturing and Processing
Represents processors and manufacturers whose production systems turn agricultural and industrial inputs into finished food products.
Beverage Production
Provides a platform for beverage manufacturers to address standards, local sourcing, cost, distribution, and market issues.
Tobacco Manufacturing
Supports structured engagement for tobacco manufacturers on regulation, compliance, responsible production, and competitiveness.
Food Safety and Quality Standards
Focuses on safety, quality systems, shelf-life, labelling, packaging, traceability, and consumer confidence.
Regulatory Engagement
Coordinates sector engagement with agencies and institutions on product registration, standards, excise, and compliance matters.
Sector-Specific Advocacy
Raises shared concerns on inputs, logistics, local sourcing, market access, and industrial competitiveness through MAN advocacy.
Regulatory Touchpoints
NAFDAC-regulated product categories and SON standards are especially relevant to members in this group because food safety, product registration, packaging, labelling, and quality assurance affect daily operations.
MAN Sector Platform
The platform helps members discuss industry-specific challenges, develop policy recommendations, engage regulators, share information, support advocacy, and promote collaboration.
