Burkina Faso has been the second-largest destination for CPO exports over the last five years, followed by Ghana, Niger, Senegal, Spain, and the Netherlands. India and Cameroon have also recently started to import Ivoirian Palm Oil since MY2021. Exports have increased over the last five years at an average of 20 percent annually.
How much palm oil does Côte d’Ivoire export?
Côte d¡¯Ivoire¡¯s Palm Oil exports are estimated at 320,000MT for MY2022/23. Exported Palm Oil products to overseas countries are shipped from the Port of Abidjan and Port of San Pedro. The main products exported are Crude Palm Oil (CPO) and, at a marginal amount, Kernel Palm Oil (KPO).
How is palm oil processed in Côte d’Ivoire?
Palm Oil processing in Côte d¡¯Ivoire is done by 16 large Oil mills and several small and medium-sized Oil mills. These processing facilities can process 800 tons of FFB per hour. Additionally, artisanal processors play a significant role in producing Oil and soap for local communities.
What are the major palm oil companies in Côte d’Ivoire?
The biggest names in the industry include Awi, Adamafrique, Adamafrique, Sania, Sarci, and Sifca. Post expects a slight increase in Palm Oil consumption for food over the next two years due to population growth. Côte d¡¯Ivoire¡¯s Palm Oil exports are estimated at 320,000MT for MY2022/23.