A farm in the village of Kumachyovo, Zelenogradsky District, has begun harvesting its first batch of Beijing cabbage this season. According to the local administration’s social media post, the greenhouse farm, owned by Telman Ramazanov, has increased its cultivation area from six to eight hectares this year, with an expected yield of 170 tons.
Since 2022, Ramazanov’s farm has specialized in Beijing cabbage production, benefiting from grant support to develop the project. This expansion reflects a growing demand for leafy greens in Russia, where cabbage production has seen a steady rise. According to the Russian Federal State Statistics Service (Rosstat), cabbage production reached 1.4 million tons in 2023, with an increasing shift toward controlled-environment agriculture for year-round supply.
Diversification with Strawberries Strengthens Farm’s Viability
In addition to cabbage, Ramazanov’s farm grows strawberries in half-hectare greenhouses, with harvesting starting in May. Strawberry production under protected cultivation is gaining popularity in Russia, with the Ministry of Agriculture reporting a 15% increase in greenhouse berry production in 2023, driven by consumer demand for fresh, locally grown fruit.
Grant Support Fuels Agricultural Innovation
The farm’s success highlights the role of government grants in modernizing small and medium-sized agricultural enterprises. Russia’s Agroprogress program has allocated over 20 billion rubles ($220 million) in 2024 to support innovative farming projects, helping farmers adopt advanced greenhouse technologies and expand production.
Ramazanov’s farm exemplifies how strategic expansion, diversification, and financial support can enhance productivity in modern agriculture. With rising demand for fresh produce, investments in greenhouse farming and high-value crops like Beijing cabbage and strawberries present lucrative opportunities for farmers and agronomists alike.
