MINSK, 8 August (BelTA) – Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko praised agricultural workers for their performance in this year’s harvest campaign during his working visit to Smolevichi District, Minsk Oblast on 8 August, BelTA has learned.
The head of state noted that weather conditions this year have been particularly challenging, with heavy rains alternating with drought, placing additional demands on farmers. Commenting on the impact of weather conditions on the harvest, Aleksandr Lukashenko recalled his own experience in agriculture. “I remember it well... You wake up to see it's not even proper rain – just drizzle. A light shower, and we can't get into the fields before noon. And if heavy rain falls, we lose the rest of that day and the next morning too,” the head of state shared.
Nevertheless, the president emphasized that agricultural workers have delivered great results so far this season. “To be frank, our farmers have done excellent work this year. We, Slavs, are like this – when things get tougher, we buckle down and work harder,” Aleksandr Lukashenko remarked. “This year, they’ve outdone themselves. I can really feel it.”
The president received reports that 48% of the rapeseed fields had been harvested by morning, with expectations to reach 50% by midday. “Once we pass the halfway mark, things should get slightly easier,” the head of state noted. “But right now, it's crucial we complete the rapeseed harvest quickly to prevent any losses.”
Winter rapeseed remained the main focus of Aleksandr Lukashenko's inspection. He engaged in detailed discussions with agricultural specialists about cultivation practices, covering seed supply, growing techniques, planting and harvesting timelines and other aspects. Projections indicate an overall rapeseed harvest of at least 1 million tonnes, though the oilseed yield will be slightly lower. Last year, oilseed production alone reached the 1-million-tonne mark.
“We need to at least maintain last year’s level,” the president said, pointing to last year's performance.
Winter rapeseed remained the main focus of Aleksandr Lukashenko's inspection. He engaged in detailed discussions with agricultural specialists about cultivation practices, covering seed supply, growing techniques, planting and harvesting timelines and other aspects. Projections indicate an overall rapeseed harvest of at least 1 million tonnes, though the oilseed yield will be slightly lower. Last year, oilseed production alone reached the 1-million-tonne mark.
“We need to at least maintain last year’s level,” the president said, pointing to last year's performance.
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