Flax is a valuable agricultural crop widely used in industry to produce technical oil and plant protein. Flax seeds contain up to 48% oil, which is used in the paint, soap, and leather-shoe industries, among others. After oil extraction from seeds, the residue or cake remains, which serves as a concentrated feed high in protein and oil, suitable for feeding all types of agricultural animals.
Specialized preparations are used to protect oil flax from pests and diseases, effectively combating flax fleas, seed and soil infections, weeds, as well as diseases such as anthracnose, ascochytosis, and powdery mildew. These measures ensure healthy growth and high crop yield.
Flax seeds are also widely used in cooking and are considered a superfood due to their rich composition of beneficial substances that promote health. There are two main types of flax seeds—golden and brown—which differ in taste: golden ones have a softer taste, while brown ones are slightly bitter. Both types possess the same beneficial properties, allowing seeds to be chosen based on preferences.
