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  • What are the challenges facing the edible oil processing plant in Ethiopia?
  • The major challenges of the edible oil processing plant in Ethiopia today is the ever increasing cost of raw materials (oils seeds) and the stagnant selling price of the final products.
  • Can Ethiopia scale up its production of edible oil?
  • Ethiopia has a huge potential for scaling up its production of edible oil; favorable agro-climatic condition for increased oilseed cultivation, the labor-incentive nature of the sub-sector, a conductive business environment and the huge local demand. Despite this potential, however, the edible oil processing industry remains underdeveloped.
  • Are agroecological conditions conducive to oil palm production in Central Africa?
  • This is particularly the case for some countries in Central Africa which have conducive agroecological conditions for oil palm production, however, face challenges with political stability and regulatory weakness.
  • Can Ethiopia achieve self-sufficiency in edible oil by 2015?
  • The Ethiopian government is aiming to achieve self-sufficiency in edible oil by 2015. The aim of this research was to develop sustainable business models for millers, increase their competitiveness, and enhance food safety and security in Ethiopia within the changing policy context.
  • Why does Ethiopia not export avocado oil?
  • Because, avocado oil is most widely consumed fruit in Ethiopia, the country does not export this product to the international market due to limited production capacity but it is importing the palm oil and other type of oils in order to satisfy the demand.
  • Is oil palm a good investment in Africa?
  • While the oil palm sector in Africa may not be officially precluded from general impact investor interest, several challenges often constrain its inclusion in investor portfolios in comparison to other cash crops.