**6. Conclusion**

Processing of oilseeds in the tropics is inevitable because of its high potentials as processed products fetch higher price on sale as compared to the raw materials. There is a need for countries in the tropics to adopt policy reforms and investment strategies that will help oilseed processing in the rural areas particularly, small-scale processors to attain technological advancements, connect to markets and take advantage of any trade opportunities that arise. Thus, sustainable investments in human capital are required so as to scale up to higher-productivity activities in the manufacturing and service sectors.
