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  • reliable reputation produktion of sesame oil in liberia
What is sesame oil?

Sesame Oil Sesame oil is an aromatic oil extracted from sesame seeds and is a traditional product from the primary processing of sesame seeds, which can be used as edible oil. Sesame oil is rich in linoleic and linolenic acids as well as high amounts of biologically active sub-stances such as lignans, natural vitamin E, and phytosterols .

How much oil do smallholders produce in Liberia?

Smallholders also produce significant amounts of oil from the West African wild oil palm known as dura (¡°country palm¡±). It is estimated that among smallholders in Liberia, there are 60¨C 80,000 ha of tenera in production and 20,000 ha of dura.

Is oil palm a smallholder crop in Liberia?

In Liberia, oil palm is a large-scale plantation crop. It is grown on vast government concessions granted to foreign companies in order to attract foreign direct investment. But oil palm is also a smallholder crop in Liberia. Locally produced palm oil is a common commodity for sale in every marketplace and along the road throughout the country.

How much does oil palm cost in Liberia?

Oil palm is both a plantation and smallholder crop in Liberia. Locally pressed palm oil is commonly seen for sale along the road in rural areas, selling for around L$140/1.5 liters. A smallholder oil palm 25-year crop enterprise budget is included in Appendix D. Two scenarios, low-input and modest input (essentially fertilizer), are presented.