vegetable oil production line uses extraction in uganda

   
vegetable oil production line uses extraction in uganda
                                               
                                               
                                               
                                               
  • vegetable oil production line uses extraction in uganda
  • How can Uganda reduce its dependence on vegetable oil imports?
  • As local production of palm oil and other vegetable oils grows, the aim of reducing Uganda¡¯s dependence on vegetable oil imports could be achieved. Additionally, it would increase exports of vegetable oils to other countries which would diversify exports.
  • Where does Uganda get its oil from?
  • In Uganda, half of the oil-seed production meets the demand, while the other half is mainly from crude palm oil imports. Both the locally produced and imported crude palm oil are refined into vegetable oil or used in the manufacture of soaps and detergents.
  • How has the oil sector grown in Uganda?
  • The oilseed sector has also grown alongside the vegetable oil sector through development of the value chain. Production of oilseeds has grown on average by 17% annually from 2011 to 2014. Oilseeds produced in Uganda include sunflower, cottonseed, groundnuts, soybean and sesame seed.
  • Does Uganda have a demand for vegetable oil?
  • Uganda¡¯s demand for vegetable oil is high and has shown continued growth over the years. However, this demand cannot be met by domestic production despite significant growth in Uganda¡¯s vegetable oil production which presents opportunities for agri-businesses in the sector.