Why is the demand for sunflower oil increasing in Tanzania?
Widespread adoption of improved seed is one important driver of increased production of sunflower oil in Tanzania, already one of the largest producers of the crop in Africa. And with sunflower processors investing in more than 50,000 metric tons of processing capacity, demand for sunflower from farmers is increasing. Setting up for change at scale
Is sunflower oil produced in Tanzania?
Tanzania is the source of significant quantities of sunflower oil exports, with Mount Meru and Chinese Sunshine being the only firms involved. However, sunflower oil producers in Tanzania primarily focus on the domestic market. Tanzanian consumers are accustomed to the taste and appearance of cloudier, less refined vegetable oils.
How long does it take for Tanzania sunflower oil to arrive?
You can expect the cargo to touch down in your city within the next 24 or 48 hours after dispatch. In short, if you are hankering after virgin, unrefined vegetable and cosmetic product from a tropical source, then you need to consider our Tanzania sunflower oil.
How long does Tanzania sunflower oil last?
We store Tanzania sunflower oil in the temperatures of below 5 degrees Celsius. This gives the product a 6-month and above shelf life. We use special trucks that convey the product at the same temperature to the airport in Dar-es-Salaam or Arusha. You can expect the cargo to touch down in your city within the next 24 or 48 hours after dispatch.
How do you pack Tanzania sunflower oil?
We pack Tanzania sunflower oil after it has settled and cooled. We use tin containers, PET bottles, aromatherapy glass jars and plastic bottles in brown colors for the purpose. Our basic measure is 250 ml while our flexible measures include 750 ml and 1 l options.
Will Tanzania reduce its reliance on imported vegetable oil?
The changes also mean that Tanzania, which currently imports about 60 percent of its cooking oil requirements at a cost of approximately $250 million USD per year, could reduce or eliminate its reliance on imported vegetable oil — a key food staple in the country. A bold investment vision for a brighter future