processing different seeds rapeseed oil plant in europe

   
processing different seeds rapeseed oil plant in europe
                                               
                                               
                                               
                                               
  • processing different seeds rapeseed oil plant in europe
  • Is rapeseed a major oil crop in Europe?
  • It is one of the most popular oil crops in Europe (63% of oilseeds production in 2017). The current study highlights the potential for further rapeseed development in European Union (EU), with special emphasis on Germany (19% of EU production) and Poland (12% of EU production).
  • How much rapeseed is produced in the EU?
  • According to the data from DG AGRI in the EU in 2017, the production of oilseeds (rapeseed, sunflower seed, soybean, linseed) amounted to 35 million tons, with rapeseed accounting for 22 million tons (63% of oilseeds). EU was the largest rapeseed producer (approximately 30% of world production) ( FAOSTAT, 2018 ).
  • What is oilseed rape?
  • Oilseed rape (OSR, canola, Brassica napus L.) is the third largest source of vegetable oil in the world 1, providing food, feed and fuel. In recent years, the demand for OSR has increased due to the rising demand for biofuels 2. Over 70 million tonnes of rapeseed are produced annually across the world (FAOSTAT) 3.
  • Why is rape seed used for oil production?
  • Processing of rape seed for oil production provides a rapeseed animal meal as a by-product. The by-product is a high-protein animal feed. Rapeseed was cultivated over an area of 28.23 mha with production of about 58.21 mmt making it the third most important oil plant in the world after palm oil and soybean.