• How is palm kernel expeller made?
  • The production of Palm Kernel Expeller begins with the processing of oil palm fruits, which are harvested from oil palm plantations. The fruits undergo mechanical pressing or solvent extraction to separate palm oil and palm kernel oil. Palm kernels, the seeds within the fruit, are then subjected to expeller pressing to extract more oil.
  • What is palm kernel expeller (PKE)?
  • Palm Kernel Expeller (PKE) stands as a testament to the versatility and sustainability of the palm oil industry. Its nutrient-rich composition, coupled with its diverse industrial applications, underscores its importance in global markets.
  • How does a palm kernel oilcake work?
  • The expelled kernel oil flows through the slots distributed over the barrel circumference. The oilcake leaves the extraction machine through an adjustable cone and is then delivered to the second pressing Because of their high oil content, Palm kernels have to be subjected to 2 stage pressing for maximum oil yield.
  • Where does Tanzania import palm oil?
  • The main destinations of Tanzania exports on Palm Oil were Democratic Republic of the Congo ($1.42M), Rwanda ($776k), Zambia ($303k), Burundi ($170k), and Netherlands ($160k). In 2021, Tanzania imported $480M in Palm Oil, mainly from Indonesia ($240M), Malaysia ($225M), Kenya ($7.58M), Singapore ($2.66M), and Ghana ($2.39M).
  • What is oil palm used for in Tanzania?
  • More recently, additional uses for this crop have developed, such as local soap production using palm oil. Oil palm production in Tanzania is carried out primarily by smallholder farmers living in Kigoma Region (Kigoma Rural District), as well as in Mbeya Region (mostly Kyela District) and some parts of Tanga and Pwani regions.
  • What is palm kernel expeller cake?
  • Palm kernels, the seeds within the fruit, are then subjected to expeller pressing to extract more oil. The residual cake that remains after this process is Palm Kernel Expeller. This cake is dried to reduce moisture content and enhance its shelf life before being marketed for various applications.