INDUSTRY

RAW MATERIALS

Ceramics Clay: Abundant deposits of Industrial clay found in nearly all parts of the State. Burnt brick factory very viable.
Hotels and Tourism Seaside and inland waterways site prevalent.  Such sites are suitable for the development of river resorts and water-related tourism industries
  Industrial Alcohol Raffia Palm: Plentiful in the riverine areas of the State. Related industries still underdeveloped in Nigeria
Fishing Water: Atlantic Ocean and inland waterways highly suitable for deep-sea fishing and aquaculture respectively. High demand for the products of this industry both for human consumption and animal husbandry.Most under-developed area, considering the number of people who fish for a living in the riverine communities. Nearly all aspects of the industry harbour opportunities for investments - for example production of shackles and fishing gears, production of Fingerlings / establishment of modern fish farms, shrimp fishing and culture for export and the establishment of an ice-melting plant.
Industrial Starch, Cassava Chips & Flour Cassava and Maize: Product is of great demand in the paper, food, confectionery and textile industries. Suitable for export as well. Delta State is the leading producer of cassava in the country today.
Raffia Palm Products Raffia Palm: There is much scope for the development of raffia-based industries in the distillation of gin and industrial spirits, as well as the production of vinegar, twines, ropes, mats, etc. Several thousand hectares of raffia palm abound, particularly in the riverine areas of the State.
Poultry/Piggery Production

Maize and Soybean: Maize and soybean can be grown in the State. This vast area is a vast area for private investors. Establishment of soybean meal plant and automated feed-mill are areas of potential investments.

Fruit & Vegetable Industry Another vast area of investment opportunities particularly in the areas of further processing. The State has in abundance a variety of fruits and vegetables suitable for canning and bottling for local consumption and export.