A unique line for processing rapeseeds was opened in Logoisk district

News of the topic MINSK Region is the leader in rapeseed production. More than 300 thousand tons of valuable raw material for the production of oil (including edible oil) and important protein supplements in the cattle diet have already been sent to the granaries . Farmers say that the volumes will only grow, so new production sites will be needed for seed processing. One of these, namely a line for pressing oilseeds (not only rapeseed, but also soybeans), was opened in Logoisk District. BELTA correspondents also visited the production facility located in the Logoisk SC of the RUE Belorusneft-Minskoblnefteprodukt.
it is symbolic that the new facility, which was put into operation at an accelerated pace, cutting the time frame almost in half, opened in the midst of the harvest. Fresh rapeseed from the farm's fields will soon be sent for processing. This year, 1.5 thousand tons of this oilseed crop were harvested here. And this is not the limit - the production volumes will be increased in order to load the workshop with its own raw materials as much as possible. It will not do without help to other farms - it is planned that rapeseed will be sent to Avgustovo for processing from all over the Minsk region: farms need not only oil , rapeseed cake and meal are especially important for those developing livestock farming.
"Minsk region ranks first in the country in rapeseed production. We have threshed more than 300 thousand tons of it, and we will reach approximately 320 thousand tons. There was no such large state production for processing rapeseed in the region. Therefore, it is gratifying that we have received the opportunity to build a system of work with agricultural enterprises for processing the rapeseed they produce and obtaining products in demand in animal husbandry. This is a promising direction, and it is beneficial to everyone," said Vasily Sysoyev, First Deputy Chairman of the Minsk Regional Executive Committee.
He also expressed gratitude to investors who put their money and soul into the development of the agricultural enterprise.
"This is one of the examples when a reasonable investor policy bears fruit. Moreover, the fruit is tangible in the shortest possible time. We see ideal order, a businesslike approach and a focus on development, because today we are opening an enterprise for the production of products with high added value. It is one thing to simply produce raw materials, and quite another to process and wisely sell them, receiving a completely different profit," said Vasily Sysoev, emphasizing that agriculture can also become a serious business with the right approach.
Today, MILK production is profitable , MEAT is also expected in the markets - agriculture, like any other industry, can develop dynamically and give a return. "We need to move on, and new victories, including in crop production, are still ahead," he emphasized.

The Chairman of the Logoisk District Executive Committee, Alexander Lasevich, also congratulated the employees of the Logoisk SK on their "next upgrade". "Significant funds are being invested in the development of the enterprise. This includes the construction of a dairy complex, the modernization of a workshop in Kameno, and a lot of investment in equipment and seeding units. Finally, housing for employees is being built: a major overhaul of a dormitory is underway in Pleshchenitsy, and the design of a residential building in Gostilovichi is being completed. All this is being done for the team and its comfortable work," he noted. Anatoly Korotkiy,

General DIRECTOR of the RUE Belorusneft-Minskoblnefteprodukt, spoke not only about the achievements of the agricultural enterprise, which is part of the holding's structure, but also about its immediate plans.

"We invest a lot of money in the branch. And agriculture for us today is a business . If you follow the technology, you can work profitably, and this is the main goal facing our team. Br5.6 million was invested in the rapeseed oil production workshop. In total, investments in agriculture this year amounted to Br8 million. We hope that it will benefit not only our farm, but the entire region. After all, we are ready to accept rapeseed grain from farms on any terms. For example, on account of the purchase of petroleum products. It is important for us that the production is loaded around the clock," noted Anatoly Korotkiy. For the smooth operation of the workshop, at least 8.5 thousand tons of rapeseed per year will be required.
"We have also learned to grow grain. Winter rapeseed yielded about 30 c/ha this year. And this is not the limit. 1.5 thousand tons have been threshed," the director added, emphasizing that the workshop will be developed, including by installing equipment for the production of edible rapeseed oil.

As soon as the guests of honor cut the red ribbon for the symbolic opening of the workshop, everyone was able to get acquainted with the rapeseed processing process. It involves 10 people, of which 7 are line operators.
The oil is obtained by cold pressing, enhanced heat treatment has been established on the line, which will allow both rapeseed and soybean seeds to be pressed, achieving a residual oil content of no more than 8.5%. It is possible to control the quality of the input raw materials and the final product on site - the production facility has its own laboratory.

"We are happy with the result. There are many plans, and the prospects are also visible. Next, we plan to complete the line and set up bottling of oil. For example, for sale to our facilities of the Belorusneft system. There are 560 of our gas stations alone," said Anatoly Korotky. Harvesting
of winter barley has been completed at Logoisky SC . The crop yield was 63.6 c/ha. Rapeseed has been harvested, and winter rye has begun to be harvested (its yield, even on the poorest lands, is 40 c/ha). Six combines are working in the fields,which have been updated over the past two years.
"According to forecasts, wheat will yield about 80 centners per circle in some fields. The harvest prospects are good," Anatoly Korotky summed up.
Elena KHAREVICH,
photo by Vitaly PIVOVARCHIK,
BELTA.