Artisanal and small-scale palm oil producers occupy a greater share of Ghana’s palm oil processing industry, producing 60–80% of the country’s palm oil. However, the current processing systems used by the palm oil producers are mainly the traditional metal cooking pots and steel tanks.
Are small-scale palm oil processing mills causing environmental problems in Ghana?
The environmental impact of small-scale palm oil processing mills in Ghana has come under serious questioning, especially the disposal of wastewater generated from their operations.
Is crude palm oil extraction a source of livelihood in Ghana?
Crude palm oil extraction is one of the sources of livelihood in Ghana’s Central Region. However, the water use and wastewater generation associated with the industry have not been given adequate attention. This study assessed the water consumption and wastewater generation by small-scale crude palm oil extraction mills in the region.
Do palm oil processing mills need a permit in Ghana?
Palm oil processing mills (small-, medium- and large-scale) are required under Regulation 1 of the Ghana Environmental Assessment Regulations, 1999 (LI 1652) to register with and obtain environmental permit from the Ghana Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) prior to the commencement of the undertaking.
What are the prospects for palm oil production in Ghana?
The demand for palm oil machine is very large .So the prospects for the palm oil production in Ghana is profitable. However, the traditional palm oil manufacturing method has can’t meet the market demand of palm oil. The features of traditional palm oil manufacturing method:
Are wastewater treatment technologies applicable to small-scale palm oil processing mills in Ghana?
Additional studies are needed in other palm oil production regions of Ghana to generate national-level data. This will guide the development of a compendium of wastewater treatment technologies applicable to small-scale processing mills in Ghana. The authors have no conflicts of interest to declare that are relevant to the content of this article.