In the 1950s, Benin launched its first oil palm sector industrialization program in which the colonial government invested in large-scale, public industrial processing facilities. After independence in 1960, the national government established more facilities with greater capacity and planted around 30,000 hectares of selected oil palm seedlings.
Why is Benin a hub for mass palm oil production?
From mechanized processing techniques that allow lower cost prices to a larger production of bulk sales that attract more retailers, Benin has become a hub for mass palm oil manufacturing base. The global market for peanut oil registered a value CAGR of 3.4% from 2016 to 2020.
Where can I find palm oil milling equipment?
Today our palm oil milling equipment can be found throughout the oil room. Designed with over a century of separation technology expertise, we offer state-of-the-art decanter and disc stack centrifuges optimized for mills, as well as dryers, pumps and much more. Discover how we can help you maximize yield and profitability.
Why is oil palm important in Benin?
In Southern Benin,the more the oil palm acreage is wide, the more farmers are wealthy [ 11 ]. Oil palm is cultivated by many farmers and retailed to secure a decent retirement. They used this crop to affirm and secure their land. In addition, incomes from palm kernel sales help households to pay their children school fees.