Abstract : The less recognition given to some actors in the cassava value addition processes motivated this research to examine latent actors’ involvement in the cassava value addition in Oyo State, Nigeria, with respect to harvesters and transporters. Data elicited from a sample of 176 “latent actors” in cassava value addition across the four agricultural zones using a cross-sectional research design, were analysed using descriptive statistics, weighted average index, and factor analysis. Findings revealed an ageing population of actors with an average age of 41.5 years for harvesters and a mean age of 44.3 years for the transporters that were engaged in cassava value addition. Majority of actors were married, with a significant gender imbalance, particularly in harvesting and transportation where men dominate in the value addition process. Most actors had secondary education. The results also indicated that those actors (in harvesting and transporting) face severe constraints especially in rural areas. Despite these challenges, cassava value addition remains a key source of income for rural households, significantly contributing to food security and employment opportunities. Results from the factor analysis also showed that harvesters’ involvement in cassava value addition was influenced by three significant factors which collectively explain over 80% of the variance in their involvement, and each of these factors capturing different aspects of the harvesting, highlights the complexity and diversity of activities undertaken by harvesters. In the case of transporters’ involvement, the analysis also identified three significant factors, which explain about 71.5% of the total variance in the data, indicating these factors capture a significant portion of the variability and diversity in transporters’ activities in the cassava value addition. Consequent on the results of this study, provision of rural infrastructure is essential, while financial inclusion is another area. Gender-sensitive policies must be introduced to address the existing disparities in access to resources. Strengthening cooperatives and capacity-building programs can also improve access to markets and resources. All these are necessary to create a more resilient and inclusive agri-food sector that will benefit rural communities and the broader agricultural economy.