However, current demand for soyabean in Zimbabwe far outstrips supply, opening opportunities for farmers and the industry to plug in the disparities. Soyabean crop is used as an affordable source of protein for livestock feeds. It is also used in making cooking oil, margarine, soya chunks, soap, milk to name a few.
Why is soyabean important in Zimbabwe?
Soyabean is one of the most common crops with multiple benefits to the farmer, the industry and the economy. However, current demand for soyabean in Zimbabwe far outstrips supply, opening opportunities for farmers and the industry to plug in the disparities. Soyabean crop is used as an affordable source of protein for livestock feeds.
Do we need a mechanisation system for soyabean harvesting?
There is need to develop mechanisation systems for soyabean harvesting that meet the above definition. Soya bean (Glycine max) is one of the main oil seeds produced in Zimbabwe. However, Soyabean production has faced harvesting challenges especially among the medium scale famers who are poorly mechanised.
What is soyabean used for?
Soyabean crop is used as an affordable source of protein for livestock feeds. It is also used in making cooking oil, margarine, soya chunks, soap, milk to name a few. It is one of the richest crops in terms of crude protein (ranging between 35-45%) and also contains 20% oil.