A farmer from Vynogradivka in the Bolgrad community, Yuri Syurma, is set to establish a greenhouse complex within the community. The Bolgrad City Council has supported the entrepreneur, allowing him to lease eight hectares of land after a public land auction for his agricultural project.

Yuri Syurma has six years of experience as a farmer, specializing in growing organic vegetables without chemical fertilizers. Last year, he successfully cultivated crops on three hectares and now seeks to expand his operations.

«I wanted to scale up, so I approached the city council. They supported my idea, organized a land auction — and I won,» said Yuri Syurma.

The entrepreneur plans to cultivate zucchini, strawberries, watermelons, corn, and tomatoes. All produce will be organic, which, according to the farmer, is a necessary challenge in a region where traditional agrochemicals dominate.

«We want to restore the taste of real vegetables for Ukrainians and their trust in food. To let people know: this is not “water with foam plastic”, but a natural product grown with care,» the farmer notes.

The first harvest from the new plot is expected after the completion of preparatory works. This year, the farm will focus on establishing irrigation, preparing the soil, and building infrastructure. Yuri Syurma also thanked Mayor Sergey Dmitriyev for assistance with organizational matters, particularly regarding water supply.

In the long term, the project will create 20-30 permanent jobs for local residents.

«Don’t hesitate to approach the authorities with your ideas. If one door doesn’t open, another will surely be found,» Yuri advises those dreaming of starting their own business.

The Bolgrad City Council emphasizes that the development of local entrepreneurship and support for initiative residents is one of their priorities.