Egusi continues to enjoy strong demand at the Great Soppo market, where it remains a core ingredient for popular soups across households. Retailers source the melon seeds mainly from the North and Far North regions, as well as parts of Nigeria. A 50kg bag is currently sold at FCFA 85,000 to FCFA 90,000, with slight variations depending on the seed quality and oil content. Ground egusi is sold in various portions to meet consumer budgets: FCFA 400 gets one glass suitable for a single meal, while larger quantities can go for up to FCFA 4,000 for quarter bowls...
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