peanut oil production line in ghana

   
peanut oil production line in ghana
                                               
                                               
                                               
                                               
  • peanut oil production line in ghana
  • Why is groundnut a staple food in Ghana?
  • Groundnut (Arachis hypogaea L.) is one of the most important oilseed crops, by virtue of its contribution to satisfying the protein needs of many households who cannot afford animal protein. It is a staple food crop in Northern Ghana and is the core ingredient of many local food recipes.
  • Where is Ghana located?
  • Ghana is located in western Africa along the Gulf of Guinea. English is the official language, but many local languages are spoken including Akuapem, Twi, and Asante. Ghana is roughly the same size as the US state of Oregon. More than 31 million people live in Ghana, a country whose economy is rapidly growing.
  • Do Ghanaians eat groundnuts?
  • Two million, or 7.5% Ghanaians struggle with food and nutrient deficiencies. Most of the country¡¯s groundnut production takes place in the northern regions of the country. Around 90% of farm families grow peanuts in some capacity, with very minimal purchased inputs.
  • What is the market development programme (made) for Northern Ghana?
  • The Market Development Programme (MADE) for Northern Ghana is a seven-year DFID-funded programme promoting growth and poverty reduction in the 60 districts covered by the Northern Savannah Ecological Zone (NSEZ). Cover photo: Farmers associated with Noyine Maltinga separating the husks from the kernels in Upper East.