small soybean processing equipment for edible oil in malawi

   
small soybean processing equipment for edible oil in malawi
                                               
                                               
                                               
                                               
  • small soybean processing equipment for edible oil in malawi
  • Why is soybean production and marketing so low in Malawi?
  • The low and fluctuating soybean production and marketing in Malawi indicates an apparent problem of market failure to stimulate production and marketing.
  • Who sells soybeans in Malawi?
  • About 63.5% of farmers sold their soybeans produce to the vendors, 19.3% to wholesalers, 8.7% to retailers, 7.8% to ADMARC, 5.2% to National Smallholder Farmers Association of Malawi (NASFAM), 4.3% to fellow farmers and 3.5% of farmers sold to Mulli Brothers Group of companies.
  • Why is soybean important in Malawi?
  • Soybean is one of the most important crops in Malawi. It is a versatile grain legume because it has a variety of uses. Soybean is rich in protein, vegetable oil and essential minerals. This crop has the ability to fix atmospheric nitrogen and therefore, improves soil fertility.
  • Is soybean a viable alternative food & cash crop in Malawi?
  • Soybean is increasingly becoming popular and serving as an alternative food and cash crop. The area under soybean production as well as productivity are increasing in Malawi due to government policies on value addition, domestic use and crop diversification.