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Facts about Vernonia Epoxy Oil in Ethiopia

 

It is grown in many parts of Ethiopia, especially around the city of Harar, with an average seed yield of 2 to 2.5 t/ha. It is reported that the Ethiopian strains of Vernonia have the highest oil content, up to 41.9% with up to 80% vernolic acid, and is used in paint formulations, coatings plasticizers, and as a reagent for many industrial chemicals.

 

© http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vernonia_galamensis

 

 

Bio-T Saquare intends to change this fact and produce high yielding plants

and help farmers and developing countries produce up to 5 times the current harvest yield.