Quality assessment of artisanal palm oil from smallholders in the department of Man, western region of Côte d'Ivoire
1 National Centre for Agronomic Research, Research Station of La Mé, Oil Palm Program, Côte d'Ivoire.
2 National Centre for Agronomic Research, Research Station of Gagnoa, Agrarian Systems and Sustainable Development Program, Côte d'Ivoire.
Research Article
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 24(01), 846–856
Article DOI: 10.30574/wjarr.2024.24.1.2765
Publication history:
Received on 27 August 2024; revised on 04 October 2024; accepted on 07 October 2024
Abstract:
In the western region of Côte d'Ivoire, more particularly from the department of Man, artisanal crude palm oil enjoys a reputation for quality among consumers and is the subject of a developed trade. To guarantee consumers quality palm oil, it is crucial to register this product as a Geographical Indication artisanal palm oil. This study aims to evaluate the physicochemical properties of this artisanal palm oil to better understand his quality. A descriptive survey of palm oil processing was conducted among 200 smallholders in 10 localities in the department of Man, Western region of Côte d'Ivoire. Then, samples were collected from the producers and were taken to the laboratory for analysis. The physicochemical properties of CPO samples were determined using standard analytical method. The results showed that manual processing and screw hand press methods were used for palm oil extraction. About 58% of the processors have 11-20 years’ experience in oil palm processing and have no formal education (48.2%). Concerning the physicochemical quality of artisanal palm oil producing, the lipid oxidation, carotenoids contents, DOBI, slip melting point, iodine and saponification indexes were relatively conformed to the standard while FFA, moisture and impurities content were different. These results demonstrate a need for monitoring of artisanal palm oil production by smallholders in the sector who should adopt good agricultural practices.
Keywords:
Palm Oil; Artisanal Production; Physicochemical Properties; Western Region; Côte d'Ivoire
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