January 6, 2023    By admin   

Simsim/kg

UGX0

  • The most common varieties in east Africa are SERRA and Sesi-1.
  • Uganda is the fifth largest producer of simsim in the world and is only second to Sudan in Africa. It is estimated that Uganda produces about 170,000 metric tons annually. The future of Simsim production in Uganda is very promising due to its economic value and export potential, which has made it a favourable crop to farmers. It can be eaten raw or roasted, added to smoked meat, fish and some types of vegetables to make delicious soup.
    Some people prefer to apply the paste to bread. Bakers add simsim seeds to bread and the top of hamburgers to give them a rich nutty taste. Simsim seed balls made by mixing it with sugar is a favourite among children and also extraction of oil out of the seeds
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Description

Simsim is mainly grown in warm areas with little rainfall like Northen Uganda. Simsim is an erect annual herbaceous plant whose height varies between 1-2m and takes 2.5-5.0 months to grow depending on the variety, and flowers continuously until harvest.