A paint rubber (4-litre bucket) of egusi currently costs between ₦9,500 and ₦16,500 in Nigeria, depending on the peeling method, seed type, and market location.
A standard 4-litre paint bucket (often called a "paint rubber" or custard bucket) of egusi generally costs between ₦8,000 and ₦16,500 in Nigeria. The exact price fluctuates significantly depending on the peeling method, quality, and location.
In English, egusi is commonly called melon seeds, white-seed melon, or edible-seed melon. They are the protein-rich seeds of a wild melon plant (Citrullus lanatus) that look similar to pumpkin seeds. ·CHEF
A single paint bucket (also called a paint rubber or 4-litre bucket) of beans in Nigeria currently costs between ₦5,000 and ₦15,000, heavily depending on the specific type of bean, whether it is pre-picked/cleaned, and your location.
As of July 2026, the beans price in Kenya available is US$ 1.30 per kg (180 KES), up 180.9% year-on-year. Kenya is a net exporter of beans, ranking 10th among 99 exporters in 2024 with exports valued at US$29.8 million (14,809 tonnes), accounting for 2.3% of global exports, though this is a 13.8% decrease year-on-year.
A standard full bag of beans contains about 26 to 30 paint buckets (custard rubbers) for a large 100kg bag, or about 12 to 15 paint buckets for a 50kg bag. ·Rasheedat Raji -Mohd
Two buckets of paint will typically cost you between $40 and $160 total for standard 1-gallon cans, or $150 to $600 total if you are buying large 5-gallon commercial buckets.
Yes, egusi soup is very healthy because it is rich in plant protein, healthy unsaturated fats, and essential minerals. However, opinions on Reddit and other online spaces are mixed opinions on r/Nigeria regarding how the heavy use of palm oil and high calorie counts impact weight goals. ·KHAIRO Diet Clinic
How much is the egusi shelling machine in Nigeria?
An egusi (melon) peeling machine in Nigeria typically costs between ₦150,000 and ₦700,000. The price varies based on the machine's capacity, engine type (electric or petrol), and whether it includes a built-in chaff separator.
A standard 5kg of rice is equal to about 1 full paint bucket (rubber) and a little over a quarter of a second paint bucket, since one full paint rubber holds roughly 3.5kg to 4kg of rice. ·blossompolyproducts
