Why is Benin the leading cotton producer in Africa?
Over the period 2017-2019, cotton production increased by 13.4%, i.e. a record production of 678,000.3 tonnes achieved during the 2018-2019 crop year compared to 597,573.2 tonnes during the 2017-2018 crop year. This performance has enabled Benin to become the leading cotton producer in Africa.
Does Benin produce cottonseed cake?
From 2016 to 2018, Benin went from 3,377 to 18,747 tons of cottonseed cake produced in semi-industrial production units. This production was destined for intra-African exports in markets like Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger. Studies most notably highlight the great potential of developing cotton by-products in cotton-producing countries like Benin.
Can developing cotton by-products improve livelihoods in Benin?
Studies most notably highlight the great potential of developing cotton by-products in cotton-producing countries like Benin. It can improve the livelihoods of farmers, small artisanal, and semi-industrial businesses in vulnerable communities.
How much edible oil is produced in Benin?
Benin alone produced 109 thousand tonnes of vegetable oils in 2019 (Source: World Data Atlas). The African edible oil market was valued at USD 4,803.28 million in 2021. Experts expect it to reach USD 8503.00 million by 2029, registering a CAGR of 7.40% during the forecast period of 2022-29.