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  • rape seed oil expeller rape seed oil expeller suppliers in Lagos
  • rape seed oil expeller rape seed oil expeller suppliers in Lagos
  • rape seed oil expeller rape seed oil expeller suppliers in Lagos
  • What are the by-products of rapeseed oil processing to biodiesel?
  • Depending on the processing method, approx. 66% of the rape seed mass is produced as by-products (rape cake, rape expeller, rape extraction meal). These by-products are mainly used as animal feed. Another by-product of rapeseed oil processing to biodiesel is Glycerine. Rapeseed is a very old crop plant in temperate latitudes.
  • Where does rapeseed come from?
  • Rapeseed is a very old crop plant in temperate latitudes. The country of origin is uncertain, probably it is located in Eurasia, where the plant is mentioned as early as 2000 BC. The name rapeseed oil is derived from the medieval word "Rübse" (= rape).
  • Why is rapeseed oil used as lamp oil?
  • For centuries, rapeseed oil was characterized by its high erucic acid content, which not only impeded human nutrition (pathological changes in the heart muscle, fatty degeneration of the heart), but also caused health problems in animals (reduced appetite, lower weight, enlarged thyroid). Therefore, rapeseed oil was first used as lamp oil.
  • Is rapeseed oil healthy?
  • Today's rapeseed oil is characterized by few saturated fats, high content of oleic acid and a high content of omega-3 fatty acids. This makes it very healthy and the most popular edible oil in Germany. Rape (Brassica napus) belongs to the cruciferous family like turnip and cabbage, but can reach a height of up to 150 cm.
  • What is winter rapeseed?
  • The annual green rapeseed plant is usually cultivated in Europe as winter rapeseed. WOSR is sown between July and October and then remains on the field for up to a year. Compared to summer rapeseed, winter rapeseed is characterized by a higher yield due to the longer growing season. WOSR is sown in late summer.