Cassava is a robust crop that gives a high yield, even under
marginal growing conditions. The main constituents in cassava are
water (60 g 100 g1) and carbohydrates (38 g 100 g1), while the
content of proteins, fat and fibers is limited (1.4, 0.28 and
1.8 g 100 g1) (NDA, 2013).