Artisanal and small-scale palm oil producers occupy a greater share of Ghana’s palm oil processing industry, producing 60–80% of the country’s palm oil. However, the current processing systems used by the palm oil producers are mainly the traditional metal cooking pots and steel tanks.
Do small-scale palm oil processing units in Ghana have weak milling capacity?
The women rely on primitive ways or travel long distances within the district to mill their palm fruit. This infrastructural challenge confirms the work of Angelucci ( Citation 2013) that shows small-scale palm oil processing units in Ghana have weak milling capacity.
Why is palm oil important in Ghana?
The informal palm oil and kernel industry in Ghana Palm oil and kernel production play a crucial role in supporting livelihoods and food security in Ghana.
What role does Ghana play in the African oil industry?
Ghana plays an important role in the African oil industry. In 2020, the country produced crude oil amounting to over 173,000 barrels per day. Due to ongoing developments in offshore resources, Ghana’s Ministry of Energy expects production to reach 500,000 barrels per day by 2024.