A new local variety of peanut was introduced in the Kuban region of Russia

Published 2021년 9월 17일

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The Gulkevichsky region in Russia has started growing a new variety of peanuts called "Otradokubansky" over a small ten-hectare area, as reported by the region's deputy governor, Andrey Korobka. This variety is known for its high oil yield and productivity, making it suitable for cultivation in the south. The success of this pilot project will determine its potential for economic impact and possible expansion within the confectionery and oilseed industries. Despite a lack of industrial peanut production in the region throughout Soviet times, peanuts have been used widely in food and processed products. If the trial is successful, the authorities will contemplate satisfying the country's demand for this product. Korobka identifies the crop as a profitable venture with the potential to generate substantial revenue.

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In the Gulkevichsky region, there is the first experience of growing peanuts, where a domestic variety of this crop was bred. This was reported to TASS by the deputy governor of the Kuban, in charge of the agro-industrial block, Andrey Korobka. According to him, the new variety of peanuts - "Otradokubansky" - is highly oily and productive, intended just for cultivation in the south. “Based on the results of this pilot project, we will see whether it will take root, whether it will give the necessary effect to the economy,” he said. “And then this direction can be considered as an investment platform with the prospect of development.” By the way, there was no industrial production of peanuts in the Kuban even in Soviet times. However, it is widely used in food, not only in its pure form, but also in processed form - peanut butter, paste. So far, a small area has been allocated for the production of peanuts - about ten hectares, where the ...

Source: RG