Why is flaxseed oil a major export product in China?
This is due to the fact that flaxseed oil is an export product in China, and the volume of flaxseed crops depends on existing contracts or intentions for its supply (Saini et al. 2021 ). Additionally, the industrial processing of flax seeds differs from that of other oilseeds.
Are flax seeds a good source of oil in Kazakhstan?
In this study, we tested seven flax resources in Kazakhstan in 2020 and compared the results with those of a similar study conducted in 2019. This comparative study between six nonlocal flax and a variety of Kazakhstan flax showed that in the steppe zone of northern Kazakhstan, the oil seeds had a good yield (11.4¨C21.7 c/ha).
Are oil flax resources adopted from abroad in Kazakhstan?
Compared with St, almost all flax varieties from abroad exhibited a lower weight and germination rate. Thus, the adoption of flax resources from abroad in Kazakhstan requires further attention. We analyzed the dynamics of the height of oil flax resources in 2019 and 2020.
Which countries import flaxseed from Kazakhstan?
The main importers of flax from the Republic of Kazakhstan are countries in the European Union, among which Belgium clearly stands out. Additionally, Kazakhstan steadily exports flax to Afghanistan and Turkey. The shipment of Kazakhstani flaxseed is carried out in accordance with the ISO 658 requirements for oilseeds.