Abstract

Palm oil is used by the majority of the Cameroonian population. Although the oil is processed by three main agro-industrial companies, a substantial quantity is produced by farmers at the rural level. The traditional method of production is relatively inefficient and tedious. Processing equipment available at the rural level is imported, old, and spare parts are difficult to obtain. This project will develop improved oil palm processing equipment for middle income farmers and cooperatives in the country. Researchers will assess the need for processing and the scope for the use of processing equipment; develop a palm oil press and related equipment suitable for local manufacture; and field-test the developed equipment and disseminate the results.

Post-Project Summary

A complete postproject abstract could not be written due to insufficient documentation (final report). Available information indicates that the project objectives were met. See bibliography.

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