corn germ oil producing plant in uganda

   
corn germ oil producing plant in uganda
                                               
                                               
                                               
                                               
  • corn germ oil producing plant in uganda
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • What is Uganda's supply of vegetable oil made up of?
  • Majority of Uganda's supply of vegetable oil is made up of imports. Public Private Partnerships have played a role in boosting production across the oilseeds value chain. There is need for further investment in to oilseeds. The agricultural sector contributes about 26% to GDP.