THE PALM TREE AND ITS CONTRIBUTION TO THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF UBULU-OKITI OF UBULU-OKITI, DELTA STATE IN THE PRE-COLONIAL ERA
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The palm tree, Elaeis Guineensis is one of the most economically significant plant in tropical Africa, renowned for its versatile use in food, trade and craftsmanship. In the pre-colonial West Africa, the palm tree was the backbone of many rural communities. 8
Providing not only a steady source of food, but also contributing to local and regional trade systems. It various products including palm oil, palm wine and palm kernel makes it invaluable to many communities.
Providing not only a steady source of food, but also contributing to local and regional trade systems. It various products including palm oil, palm wine and palm kernel makes it invaluable to many communities.
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