Flax

Oilseed flax is gaining in more popularity in many Russian regions as a valuable industrial crop competing with rapeseed. Its edge includes a higher resistance to pest and disease and a lower nitrogen fertiliser rate required. The varieties offered by EkoNiva-Semena contain 45% oil and 30% protein. Flaxseed oil has unique nutritious characteristics and health benefits. Flax is used in many industries. The flax meal and cake high in protein are added to animal feed. It is also a common ingredient for bakery products in food industry.