SUNFLOWER OIL PRODUCTION IN RUSSIA

Abstract

This article reflects the relevance of the use of vegetable oils in human nutrition. The significance and benefits of sunflower oil for humans have been substantiated. The analysis of sown areas, productivity and gross harvest of oilseeds in Russia is given. Consumption of vegetable oil per capita is considered. The paper analyzes and identifies trends in the increase and growth of production of vegetable oils in Russia. The structure of vegetable oils production in 2018 and the structure of vegetable oils production in Russia by federal districts are presented. When considering the structure of the production of vegetable oils, the most widespread type is highlighted - sunflower. Analyzed the Russian export and import of vegetable oils. A forecast of an increase in the production of sunflower oil in Russia in the near future is given.