Oilseeds are produced in almost all regions in Tanzania. The major crop for edible oil production in Tanzania is the sunflower because it can be grown in most parts of the country as it is drought resistant, less susceptible to diseases and cheaper to cultivate compared to other oilseeds crops.
What are the main sources of edible oil in Tanzania?
The major sources of edible oil in Tanzania include sunflower, oil palm, groundnuts, sesame, soya beans and cotton. Experts4 report that oil palm, coconut and avocado as the leading edible oil producing value chains per unit area, worldwide.
What is the demand for edible oil in Tanzania?
The demand forecast shows an increase from 570,000 tons to 700,000 tons of edible oil by 2030; and, Tanzania guarantees the market growth for investors in the foreseeable future. The major sources of edible oil in Tanzania include sunflower, oil palm, groundnuts, sesame, soya beans and cotton.
Can oil palm fill the edible oil gap in Tanzania?
Experts4 report that oil palm, coconut and avocado as the leading edible oil producing value chains per unit area, worldwide. Hence, an investment opportunity avails itself in tapping oil palm, coconut and avocado¡¯s potential in filling the edible oils¡¯ gap in Tanzania. Oilseeds are produced in almost all regions in Tanzania.