Rwanda’s Sunflower and Safflower Oil Imports Reach Nearly $16 Million

On 28 October 2026, trade data reported that Rwanda spent approximately $15.96 million importing sunflower-seed and safflower oil in 2025, compared with $8.41 million in 2024. Imports totalled around 9,759 tonnes, highlighting a significant market for domestic agricultural production and local oil processing. The Ibihwagari Project, running from 2026 to 2028, includes a €278,000 initiative targeting 8,000 farmers and 3,000 hectares of sunflower cultivation. Food processors, agricultural suppliers and manufacturers can explore local sourcing, production planning and supply-chain opportunities; HPC can support inventory analytics and industrial data modelling, with quotations available for confirmed projects.

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