As of September 9, 2024, Belarus has achieved a noteworthy harvest, collecting a total of 8.02 million tons of grain, including rapeseed. This impressive figure includes 6.91 million tons of various grains and legumes, such as corn, and 1.11 million tons of rapeseed. Despite the progress, agricultural activities remain intense, with ongoing harvesting of buckwheat, millet, and corn, alongside the commencement of sugar beet and potato harvesting.
The efficiency of the harvest has been notable, with nearly 89% of the planned area for grain and legume crops—out of 2.3 million hectares—already completed. The Minsk region leads in overall grain collection, contributing 2.13 million tons, followed by the Grodno region with 1.8 million tons, Brest with 1.67 million tons, Mogilev with 939,000 tons, Gomel with 762,000 tons, and Vitebsk with 727,000 tons.
Districts like Nesvizh, Minsk, Smolevichi, and Dzerzhinsk are excelling in yield per hectare, with Kopyl, Nesvizh, and Slutsk districts reporting significant harvest volumes. The introduction of “crushing” technology for corn is also noteworthy, enhancing feed efficiency and reducing drying needs, which boosts the overall harvesting speed.
The winter grain sowing is progressing, with 19.3% of the planned 67,400 hectares completed. Vitebsk region has also made significant strides, sowing nearly 21% of its planned area. The focus on winter grains is critical for ensuring a solid foundation for the next year’s crop.
However, the dry start to September and soil moisture deficits have posed challenges. Despite these conditions, Belarusian farmers are leveraging available resources to complete sowing and maintain growth trends. The state grain procurement for food purposes is over 90% complete, with wheat at 92%, rye at 98%, and barley and oats nearly finished.
Belarus has made substantial progress in its grain harvest and is actively working to enhance future crop yields through improved technologies and timely planting. While facing some environmental challenges, the country is on track to meet its agricultural goals and secure its position in the global grain market.
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