cost of screw type oil processing plant sunflower in botswana

   
cost of screw type oil processing plant sunflower in botswana
                                               
                                               
                                               
                                               
  • cost of screw type oil processing plant sunflower in botswana
  • What is the most important oil seed crop in southern Africa?
  • Sunflower ( Helianthus annus L.) is the most important oil seed crop in Southern Africa at present and is being grown virtually in all summer rainfall areas. Marginal soils are being utilised more for production of sunflower which is less risky and require lower production inputs.
  • What is the best sunflower for Botswana?
  • Recommended cultivar for Botswana is Russian number 4 that matures in 140-150days and grows to a height of 150-165cm. Its seed size is 1-1.5cm long and 0.5-0.8cm wide. Its colour is black, with black grey stripes. The yield potential is 8t/ha (Tsuaneng and Maphanyane 2000). Sunflowers are very susceptible to seed placed fertiliser injury.
  • How to grow sunflowers in Botswana?
  • Sunflower requires low humidity and sunny conditions for optimal plant growth and development making it suitable for production in Botswana. Shorter growing season and better cold tolerance makes it suitable for later planting Ideal for crop rotation and cultivated under varying climatic conditions
  • Why is sunflower the ideal crop for oil production?
  • Marginal soils are being utilised more for production of sunflower which is less risky and require lower production inputs. It is expected that the demand for vegetable oils and proteins will increase in future, and sunflower is the ideal crop for oil production.