Two varieties of groundnut are grown in Sudan; one is grown in the western part of the county accounting to 60-70% of the total production whilst the other variety grows in Gazeria and East Sudan. The ‘western’ groundnut that is typically grown in Darfur is known to be of better quality possessing higher levels of protein and oil.
What is groundnut oil mill plant?
The Groundnut Oil Mill Plant is in great demand all across different countries where there is significant production of groundnuts / peanut. The groundnut oilseed is considered as the ‘King of all Oilseeds’. The oil that is obtained from groundnuts / peanuts is very healthy and suitable for best human consumption.
How much does a metric ton of groundnut cost in Sudan?
According to the Sudanese Federation of Industrial Chambers the decrease in groundnut production has resulted in a food gap which consequently resulted in sudden hike in prices: One metric ton of groundnut currently costs 13,500 SDG (USD 2,265) whilst at the beginning of the year it used to cost 4,100 SDG (USD 687).
Why are groundnuts grown in Darfur?
The ‘western’ groundnut that is typically grown in Darfur is known to be of better quality possessing higher levels of protein and oil. Darfur, however, has been constantly caught up in a vicious circle of insecurity, conflict, and economic hard¬ship hindering thus steady production of groundnut.