Russian Rapeseed Meal 34–38% Protein Supplier

Q: What crude protein level does Russian rapeseed meal typically offer?

Export grades are typically 34–38% crude protein on dry matter, fixed in the contract and confirmed in the COA at load.

Q: What is the minimum shipment size for rapeseed meal?

Trial coaster stems from approximately 3,000 MT are typical. Panamax parcels up to 30,000 MT are available subject to line-up.

Q: Which ports load Russian rapeseed meal for export?

FOB loading at Novorossiysk, Taman and Ust-Luga. CIF and DAF are available under Incoterms 2020.

Q: Is independent survey available at loading?

Yes. SGS or equivalent surveyor attendance for sampling, weight and quality analysis is standard for export cargoes.

Rapeseed meal for dairy performance and rumen balance | FOB / CIF / DAF

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Parameter	Typical value / range
Grade	Rapeseed meal (low-glucosinolate)
Crude protein	34–38% (dry basis)
Moisture	max 12%
Crude fibre	≤13%
Glucosinolates	≤18 μmol/g (EU feed limit)
Oil content	≤2.5% (solvent-extracted)
Origin country	Russia

SHOWHIDE Full details, logistics & FAQ

Rapeseed meal offers rumen undegradable protein (RUP) and palatability characteristics that fit dairy, beef and high-production ruminant rations when glucosinolate content is contractually managed. As a Russian rapeseed meal supplier, Demetra Trading loads low-glucosinolate export grades that align with EU-style feed limits, with crude protein typically in a 34–38% (dry matter) range depending on seed origin, dehulling and crushing technology at the Russian crusher.

Rumen nutrition and glucosinolate control

Compared with sunflower meal, rapeseed meal delivers higher RUP and a favourable amino-acid profile for dairy cows when glucosinolates and erucic acid residues in the meal are controlled. Export contracts reference glucosinolates at or below 18 μmol/g (EU feed limit), crude fibre ≤13%, oil residue ≤2.5% for solvent-extracted meal, and moisture max 12%. Compound feed manufacturers in the EU, Turkey and the Middle East blend rapeseed meal with sunflower meal and cereals to balance RUP and energy. For buyers comparing protein meals, see also soybean meal in our catalog when hi-pro 46–48% specifications are required.

Destination markets and feed applications

Russian rapeseed meal exports move to compound feed mills in the Netherlands, Germany, Poland, Spain and Turkey, and to dairy and beef integrators in North Africa and the Middle East. Dairy nutritionists value controlled glucosinolate content for milk yield and rumen health; beef finishers use rapeseed meal as a cost-effective protein source when inclusion rates respect iodine uptake limits. Buyers searching for a rapeseed meal supplier typically benchmark crude protein, glucosinolates, fibre and price against EU crusher meal and imported soybean meal — Russian FOB Black Sea supply is competitive when discharge economics favour coaster or panamax parcels from Novorossiysk or Taman.

Quality control and documentation

Moisture, fibre, oil residues, crude protein and glucosinolates are fixed in the Certificate of Analysis at load. Mycotoxin panels (aflatoxin, DON, zearalenone) can be added when the destination or internal feed safety policy requires. Export paperwork includes phytosanitary certificate, certificate of origin, weight and quality survey report, and fumigation certificate when applicable. Independent survey by SGS or an equivalent surveyor at the load port is standard — sampling from conveyors or holds, sealing and quality determination follow GAFTA or the buyer's nominated contract form. Non-GMO statements are available when the crushing chain supports identity preservation.

Loading ports and parcel sizes

FOB from Novorossiysk, Taman and selected Baltic berths (Ust-Luga) is the default; CIF to discharge and DAF to border or inland silo are structured when the buyer prefers a delivered package and the documentation chain is agreed end-to-end. Parcels from about 3,000 MT through 30,000 MT match coaster, Handysize and Panamax discharge economics. New buyers may start with a trial coaster stem before committing to a seasonal or annual program. Share your matrix constraints, RUP target, glucosinolate ceiling and discharge method for a commercial response within one business day.

Rapeseed meal FAQ

What crude protein level does Russian rapeseed meal typically offer?

Export grades are typically discussed in a 34–38% crude protein range on dry matter, depending on dehulling and crusher technology. The exact min/max band is fixed in the contract and confirmed in the COA at load.

Are glucosinolates controlled for EU feed compliance?

Yes. Low-glucosinolate export meal targets ≤18 μmol/g glucosinolates, aligned with EU feed limits. Inclusion rates in dairy and beef rations should still follow your nutritionist's iodine and glucosinolate guidelines.

What is the minimum shipment size for rapeseed meal?

Trial coaster stems from approximately 3,000 MT are typical for new buyers. Regular programs run 10,000–25,000 MT per stem; Panamax parcels up to 30,000 MT are available subject to port line-up and discharge equipment.

Which ports load Russian rapeseed meal for export?

FOB loading is available at Novorossiysk and Taman on the Black Sea and at Ust-Luga on the Baltic. CIF to named discharge ports and DAF to land borders are available under Incoterms 2020.

Is independent survey available at loading?

Yes. SGS or an equivalent surveyor can attend for sampling, weight determination and quality analysis. Survey costs and dispute rules are agreed in the contract before cargo nomination.