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Market Access & Standards Support

Connecting Local Businesses to Global Opportunitie

For businesses to grow, survive, and remain competitive in today’s global economy, they must not only produce quality goods and services but also meet national and international standards. Many Nigerian enterprises — particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and agri-food producers — struggle with compliance, certification, and access to new markets. This often prevents them from scaling, exporting, or competing fairly with international players.

At Alliance for Economic Research and Ethics LTD/GTE (AERE), we help businesses unlock new opportunities by providing tailored support in market access and standards compliance. From certification and quality assurance to trade linkages and export readiness, our service ensures that local producers can confidently connect to domestic, regional, and global value chains.

What We Offer

Export-Readiness Assessments: We evaluate businesses to identify gaps in quality, operations, and compliance that may hinder them from entering international markets.

Standards Compliance Toolkits: Practical step-by-step guides to help businesses align with ISO standards, food safety requirements, and sector-specific benchmarks.

Market Linkage Facilitation: Connecting producers and SMEs with buyers, investors, and distributors locally and abroad through curated matchmaking and networking platforms.

Trade Show & Exhibition Support: 
Guidance and representation at industry expos, agricultural fairs, and international trade missions to showcase local products and services.

Why It Matters

  • For SMEs & Producers: Meeting standards enhances credibility and competitiveness.

  • For Agribusiness & Food Systems: Compliance ensures food safety, sustainability, and global trade opportunities.

  • For National Growth: Export-ready businesses contribute to economic diversification and job creation.

Our work also aligns with sustainable-food-systems-agricultural-research, helping farmers and agri-food enterprises build resilient supply chains that balance productivity with ethical and sustainable practices.

Alliance for Ethics Partnership

Why Partner With AERE?

  • Global Perspective, Local Expertise: We benchmark businesses against international standards while tailoring solutions to the Nigerian context.

  • Ethics-Driven Support: We emphasize fairness, integrity, and sustainability in all market linkages.

  • Inclusive Approach: Special focus on youth-led, women-led, and community-based enterprises.

At AERE, we believe Nigerian businesses deserve a place on the global stage. Our Market Access & Standards Support Service equips them with the tools, knowledge, and connections to not just compete — but to lead.