The starchy tuberous root of a tropical tree, used as food in tropical countries.The shrubby tree from which cassava is obtained, native to tropical and cultivated throughout the tropics.Cassava is a major crop in the farming systems of Ghana. It is a main source of carbohydrates to meet the dietary requirement needs and a regular source of income for most rural dwellers and contributes substantially (22 percent) to the Agricultural Gross Domestic Product (AGDP).
How Much Does Cassava Cost In Ghana
Partial budget analysis showed that smallholder farmers’ profitability has increased over the years from GH₵644.32 to GH₵5243.27.
How Much Cassava Is Produced In Ghana?
Ghana currently produces about 12,260,000 MT of cassava annually. Out of this, 8,561,700 MT is available for human consumption while national consumption is estimated at only 3,672,700 MT resulting in surplus of about 4,889,000 MT which can be exploited for the production of industrial starch or ethanol.
How Much Cassava Is Consumed On A Daily Basis In Accra?
Cassava is the first crop in terms of calorie intake and per capita consumption in Ghana. According to the latest food balance sheet by FAOSTAT 2011, per capita daily intake is 673 grammes — which accounts for 32 percent of total per capita daily intake.
How Cassava Is Produced?
Cassava production depends on a supply of quality stem cuttings. The multiplication rate of planting materials is very low compared to grain crops, which are propagated by true seeds. In addition, cassava stem cuttings are bulky and highly perishable as they dry up within a few days.
How Can I Start Cassava Farming In Ghana?
- SELECT YOUR SITE.
- PREPARE TO MAKE THE SOIL MORE SUITABLE FOR CASSAVA FARMING.
- CASSAVA STEMS TO USE FOR PLANTING.
- PREPARE FOR CULTIVATION.
- DECIDE WHEN TO PLANT THE CASSAVA STEM CUTTINGS DURING THE PLANTING SEASON.
- HARVESTING.
- PROCESSING CASSAVA ROOTS.
What Are The Uses Of Cassava?
People use the root as a food and to make medicine. Cassava is used for tiredness, dehydration in people with diarrhea, sepsis, and to induce labor, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses. Cassava root and leaves are eaten as food. The nutritional value of cassava is similar to a potato.
What Are The Economic Importance Of Cassava?
Cassava is important, not just as a food crop but even more so as a major source of cash income for producing households. As a cash crop, cassava generates cash income for the largest number of households, in comparison with other staples, contributing positively to poverty alleviation.