Provided by the Springer Nature SharedIt content-sharing initiative Niger (noug; Guizotia abyssinica) is an economically important edible oilseed crop. This review sought to demonstrate the significance of niger for sustain
Is Niger a sustainable food source in Ethiopia?
This review sought to demonstrate the significance of niger for sustainable food security in Ethiopia, where it is produced exclusively by smallholders. In addition to its edible oil, niger seed is an important source of proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins and fiber that significantly contribute to the human diet.
Why is Niger a popular oil crop in Ethiopia?
Niger cultivation and consumption are deeply rooted within the Ethiopian culture and the country’s local population highly values the crop. It remains the most popular oil crop for local consumption although it was recently overtaken by sesame with slight margins in terms of production volume in the country.
Where is oil produced in Niger?
Oil production in Niger, which is operated by the China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC), begins at the Agadem block in the east, about a hundred kilometres from the Chad border.