seeds oil processing plant of new structure in pakistan

   
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  • seeds oil processing plant of new structure in pakistan
Are oilseeds a major crop in Pakistan?

Dynamics of oilseed cultivation and production in Pakistan Oilseed crops are classified as minor crops in Pakistan that have less established cropping systems despite their importance in the national economy and trade (Amjad, 2014). Edible in Pakistan is extracted from mainly two types of oilseeds:

Which crops are grown in Pakistan as a source of vegetable oil?

Many oilseed crops are grown in Pakistan (Table 1) as a source of vegetable oil. These crops are grouped in two categories viz. conventional and non-conventional oilseed crops. Rapeseed-mustard, groundnut and sesame are conventional crops and are being grown in the country for a long period.

What seeds are produced in Pakistan?

Local production comprises of eight oil bearing seed crops in Pakistan. These are classified into traditional (cottonseed, rapeseed- mustard, groundnut, sesame, and linseed) and non-traditional (sunflower, safflower, soybean) crops. Among all, cottonseed, rapeseed and mustard, sunflower and canola are major contributors.

What is the main source of edible oil production in Pakistan?

The main source of local edible oil production is cottonseed. Cotton, primarily grown, for its fibre, contributes about 72 percent towards the total domestic edible oil production and thus is an important oilseed crop in Pakistan.