Women soybean processors

About the partnership

This partnership provides women soya processors with technical support and business linkages to improve the quality and marketing of high-protein soya-based foods (kebabs, goussi, etc) to BoP consumers. It also works with smallholder farmers to introduce new technologies. Four clusters are operational in Atlantique, Zogbodomey, Glazoué and Djakotomey.

Achievements 2017

Member contributions and levies established that will generate 12.3 million FCFA in 2018

Partnership involves 2,136 farmers (690 women) and 46 SMEs

Revenues are sufficient to cover costs of training, governance meetings and some other activities

All four BSSs assessed to identify specific areas for strengthening skills and ability to continue providing services after 2SCALE phase-out

Market segments

Soybean production and soy-based foods for local markets

Project partners

CTAE (processor)

Women processing groups