The OPAL Project is significant in Cameroon as it contributed to the preparation of the national strategy document on the sustainable development of the oil palm sector. This strategy is quite advanced and now only needs Government approval, according to Emmanuel Ngom.
Where does Cameroon source its palm oil from?
For several years, Cameroon has been faced with a dilemma: most of its imported palm oil comes from Indonesia, Malaysia, and Gabon. Boosting productivity without jeopardizing sustainability has been a challenge.
How much palm oil does Cameroon import a year?
Cameroon, the largest palm oil producer in Central Africa, produced over 450,000 tons in 2020 but still imports about 130,000 tons a year to meet its domestic demand. Most of the imported palm oil comes from Indonesia, Malaysia, and Gabon.
How many oil palm plantations are there in Cameroon?
In Cameroon, there are over 170,000 ha of oil palm plantations, including 70,000 ha of industrial plantations and 100,000 ha of village plantations.