The market for soybean in Nigeria is growing very fast with opportunities for improving the income of farmers. Currently, SALMA Oil Mills in Kano, Grand Cereals in Jos, ECWA Feeds in Jos, KARMA FOOD Ltd in Gwagwalada, AFCOT Oil Seed Processors, Ngurore, Adamawa State, and P.S. Mandrides in Kano, all process soybean.
Why is automatic soybean oil processing plant necessary?
Automatic soybean oil processing plant is necessary because of the low efficiency of the oil extracted by hand operated machines.
Which companies process soybeans in Jos?
Currently, SALMA Oil Mills in Kano, Grand Cereals in Jos, ECWA Feeds in Jos, KARMA FOOD Ltd in Gwagwalada, AFCOT Oil Seed Processors, Ngurore, Adamawa State, and P.S. Mandrides in Kano, all process soybean. IITA, along with partners, has developed improved technologies for soybean production.
Why is soybean important in Nigeria?
Soybean is among the major industrial and food crops grown in every continent. The crop can be successfully grown in many States in Nigeria using low agricultural input and cultivation has expanded as a result of its nutritive and economic importance and diverse domestic uses. It is also a prime source of vegetable oil in the international market.