Competitive advantages of production of commercial grain oilseed crops in the regional agricultural industry

The agricultural sector is the most important of all sectors of the national economy, which is currently at a high level of development. Regional efficient agriculture forms the standard of living not only of a separate entity, but it is also a component of the well-being of the whole country. Stable production of highly profitable agricultural crops that do not depreciate over several production cycles is of great importance for farmers. In our opinion, such agricultural crops with high and stable competitive advantages include non-traditional oilseed crops for the region. The scientific study identifies competitive advantages of oilseed crops compared to other crops. The author attributes to the competitive advantages the following: the occupied areas under oilseed crops in the region, which increase annually, high selling prices, which have a stable excess of selling prices compared to other agricultural crops, as well as nutritional properties of oilseed crops. In addition, the author notes that the production of alternative and non-traditional agricultural products makes the organization innovative, and the agricultural crop is not only economically attractive, but it is also vital for ensuring food security.