soybean mills and coottonseed oil mill in pakistan

   
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  • soybean mills and coottonseed oil mill in pakistan
Can higher production of cotton help Pakistan meet oil demand?

Higher production of cotton can help the country meet this oil demand 13. The cotton-producing region of Pakistan spans approximately 1200 kms along the Indus River, ranging from latitudes 27¡ãN to 35¡ãN and altitudes between 27 and 155 m.

What is the main oil crop grown in Pakistan?

Cottonseed is the principal oilseed crop grown in Pakistan, accounting for more than 84 percent of domestic oilseed production. Cotton is a key cash crop and an important input for Pakistan¡¯s textile sector, which is a major contributor to the country¡¯s gross domestic product.

How much oil will Pakistan import in 2021/22?

Pakistan¡¯s Marketing Year (MY) (October/September) 2021/22 edible oil imports are anticipated to be a record 3.7 million metric tons (MMT), up five percent over the previous year to meet increased demand. Palm oil continues to be the major imported oil with imports forecast at 3.6 MMT during MY 2021/22.

When was soybean introduced in Pakistan?

Soybean was introduced in Pakistan as an oilseed crop during the early 1960s, but its cultivation remained limited until 1970s when adaptability and production trials conducted all over the county yielded promising results.