soybean oil refinery plant extraction plant in malawi

   
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  • soybean oil refinery plant extraction plant in malawi
Is soybean a viable export agro-ecological crop in Malawi?

Domestic demand for soybean by the processing agro-industries (growing poultry and fish industries), is high. Thus soybean has a ready domestic and export market that is not fully exploited. Agronomic studies on soybean have shown that the crop is well adapted for production in all agro-ecological zones in Malawi.

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.

How to fertilize a soybean plant in Malawi?

Until nodulation occurs, the soybean plant depends on soil nitrogen for growth. Phosphorus is often the most deficient nutrient; therefore, apply optimum phosphorous fertilizer for good yield. Apply phosphorus using 2¡Á50 kg bags for hectare of 23:21:0 +4S compound fertilizer available in Malawi.

Where does soybean grow in Malawi?

The Plateau repre-sents three quarters of Malawi at elevations of 750-1300 masl. Although the major soy-bean production districts are concentrated in the plateau, soybean virtually grows well in all agricultural development divisions.