In Kyiv region, the first industrial irga plantation was established.

At the company "Diamantova Yagoda" from the Kyiv region, 20 hectares of aronia have been planted. So far, not many people in Ukraine know about this berry. It is mainly grown in the northern United States and southern Canada. This is reported by Kurkul.com with reference to the magazine "Yahidnyk." "Externally, aronia fruits resemble blueberries. The berries are sweet, with a pleasant aroma, so they can be consumed fresh or processed," said the owner of the farm, Oleh Levchenko. He clarified that aronia is even more vibrant in taste than blueberries. At the same time, it is also very healthy. This berry is one of the strongest natural antioxidants, containing many trace elements and vitamins. Oleh Levchenko began implementing the project for the industrial cultivation of aronia last July. Currently, about 20 hectares of this berry crop have already been planted on his farm in the Kyiv region. The entire area is equipped with a drip irrigation system. The first industrial harvest ...