Togo’s soybean production has steadily increased over the past decade, rising from less than 25,000 tons in 2015.
With the scheme supplying more than 60 per cent of the country’s rice, farmers argued that the government should prioritise local rice.
SEA cautions that the new requirements may be challenging for thousands of small producers who lack digital infrastructure.
The regulation targets retail-packaged edible oils, excluding those used as ingredients in manufacturing.
The new rules address data gaps and simplify outdated provisions, enhancing transparency across both organised and unorganised sectors.