The sowing time for rapeseed and mustard in Pakistan varies from mid-September to mid-October in KPK, first October to first November in Punjab, mid-October to mid-November in Sindh, and Balochistan. The sowing time is influenced by the type of soil, variety, temperature, and moisture level of the soil.
Where is rapeseed grown in Pakistan?
In Pakistan, it is grown in all the provinces over an area of 26.02 thousand hectares with annual production of 102.0 thousand tones (2018-19). The major growing areas of Rapeseed and Mustard include Attock, Rawalpindi, Jehlum, Chakwal, Faisalabad, Multan, Bahawalpor, Bhawalnagr, Rahim Yar Khan, Muzaffargarh. Irrigated areas of central Punjab.
Is rapeseed oil free?
Rapeseed and Mustard are important species grown as oilseeds in Pakistan. These species are rich source of oil and contains 40-46% oil. In addition, its meal has 38-40% protein. Rapeseed and Mustard varieties having less than 2% Erucic acid in oil and less than 30 Umole/g glucosinolate in oil free meal are called canola varieties or hybrids.
What are the different types of oilseed crops sown in Pakistan?
In Pakistan, the following oilseed crops are traditionally sown: groundnut, rapeseed, mustard, sesame and linseed. Additionally, there are non-traditional oilseed crops such as safflower, sunflower and soybean.