How does sunflower production contribute to reducing poverty?
According to Food and Agriculture Organisation (2013), sunflower production was aimed at meeting the food needs of households through the incomes it offers, and also contribute to reducing poverty in the end.
Where is sunflower grown in Uganda?
Sunflower is mostly grown in western and northern Uganda. It is not a perennial crop so once you harvest the crops, you will wait for another season CloseMenu ePaper Uganda Edition Africa Edition Kenya Edition Search Log inuser.nameuser.emailSign up My account Personal details Change password Purchases Refer a friend Gift a subscription
Does South Africa produce sunflower seeds?
Elsewhere in Africa, according to Nhundu (2018, September). Sunflower is one of the most vital field crops produced in South Africa, accounting for approximately 60percent of oil seeds produced locally. However, total sunflower seed production is considerably lower than total consumption; making the country a net importer of sunflower.
Is sunflower a perennial crop?
What you need to know: Sunflower has more to it than just extracting oil from its seeds for which it is mostly grown, writes Shabibah Nakirigya. Thank you for reading Nation.Africa Show plans Sunflower is mostly grown in western and northern Uganda. It is not a perennial crop so once you harvest the crops, you will wait for another season.