Soybeans are self-pollinated, which means old soybeans can be used with little to no genetic deterioration for several generations. From the processors’ perspective, any old soybeans will do.
What is the STA of soyabean production in Malawi?
The Standard Deviation (STA) of soybean production in Malawi for the 1987/88 season is 3.70 (Sta 1.37 0.45 3.70 0.49 4). It is expected that most of the soybean production in Malawi will be produced as an intercrop with maize. (Data is from LADD LNE RDP)
Why isn’t Soyabean oil produced in Malawi?
The lack of interest by oil manufactures in producing Soyabean oil in Malawi is due to the limited recovery of oil from the beans. With the normal pressing or extruding methods used in Malawi, only about 10% of the oil is extracted from the soyabeans, leaving about 10% oil in the cake. Thus, soyabeans would yield only about 10% oil.
How long does soybean oil last in Malawi?
In Malawi, soybeans are primarily used full fat, which raises concern for the shelf life of the soybean oil, estimated at approximately one month. This is substantially better than rice bran, which also contains 20% oil but can go rancid in a matter of days.