With 10 states currently in production of sesame in Nigeria, there has been new establishment of sesame plants in new states, including the South and East Balogun added, ¡°We have taken sesame to Ebonyi, Edo, Cross River and Abia states. These states were not known as sesame producers.
What is the sesame seed business in Nigeria?
The sesame seed business in Nigeria is dominated by many small holder farmers. These farmers have contributed significantly to the country’s position as a global exporter of sesame seeds. Nigeria produces about 120,000 tons of sesame seed annually. Major producing states include BORNO, TARABA, JIGAWA, KANO, NASSARAWA, YOBE, BENUE, and PLATEAU.
Does Nigeria Export Sesame?
Sesame production has been on the increase in the country and now takes the lead as the highest non-oil export from Nigeria, as cocoa lost it first position. The national president of the National Sesame Seed Association of Nigeria, Mr Sherrif Balogun, said, ¡°Export of the Nigerian sesame is doing very well; it is always increasing.
What is sesame oil?
Sesame oil is an edible vegetable oil derived from sesame seeds. The oil is one of the earliest-known crop-based oils. Worldwide mass modern production is limited due to the inefficient manual harvesting process required to extract the oil. Oil made from raw seeds, which may or may not be cold-pressed, is used as a cooking oil.