coconut oil production for cooking in nigeria

                                               
                                               
                                               
                                               
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  • How is coconut oil made?
  • To produce coconut oil, the fibrous husk is removed, the nut is then split and the white ‘meat’ is removed. It is either used fresh, or it is dried to make copra by sun-drying or using a simple copra kiln that is fired using coconut shells or husks. Fresh coconut meat has an oil content of 32 – 35% with a moisture content of approximately 50%.
  • Is oil processing a profitable business in Ghana?
  • Oil processing is a lucrative business in Ghana but to be competitive the company has to carve a niche in the market by producing good quality products and constantly being innovative. The way the money is managed – the loan, the income and profit (or loss) needs to be agreed, and also how this will be checked.
  • Where is oil sold in Nigeria?
  • Oil is also sold to wholesalers in Nigeria. The company has not embarked on any advertisements or promotions, but relies on the quality of their product for their promotion. The products are sold in markets in Ejura, Agona and Asokore, with the Ejura market being used by buyers from Burkina Faso and Togo.
  • How much palm oil is sold per year in Nigeria?
  • The company has plans to expand its business and increase its revenue by establishing a refinery. Demand is very high and for this reason, there is no competition between different palm oil producers. The enterprise sells 850 litres of palm oil per year in nearby markets. Oil is also sold to wholesalers in Nigeria.