The production of soya beans in Zambia was 844,167 tonnes in 2019 and is predicted to change by an average of -7.05%. The country had an estimated 588,861.00 hectares under soya beans cultivation. See updated January 2024 prices for Zambia Soya Beans per kilogram (Kg) and per pound (lb).
Where does Zambia import soybean oil?
Imports In 2021, Zambia imported $39.3M in Soybean Oil, becoming the 54th largest importer of Soybean Oil in the world. At the same year, Soybean Oil was the 37th most imported product in Zambia. Zambia imports Soybean Oil primarily from: South Africa ($23.1M), Argentina ($6.47M), Mauritius ($5.45M), Malaysia ($2.33M), and Mozambique ($1.62M).
Why is Soya a profitable crop in Zambia?
The soya bean production opens doors of opportunities for Zambian farmers. Notably, the climate in Zambia is largely favourable for soya production and the arable land is vast enough to accommodate future expansion. Most importantly, soya is a very profitable crop.
Which countries import soybean oil in 2021?
The fastest growing export markets for Soybean Oil of Zambia between 2020 and 2021 were Zimbabwe ($464k), Tanzania ($439k), and Republic of the Congo ($47.5k). Imports In 2021, Zambia imported $39.3M in Soybean Oil, becoming the 54th largest importer of Soybean Oil in the world.