Töötlematud

Töötlematud is an Estonian term that translates to "unprocessed" or "raw" in English. It refers to materials or substances in their natural state, before undergoing any manufacturing, processing, or refinement. This can apply to a wide range of items, from agricultural products to natural resources.

In the context of agriculture, töötlematud products would include fresh fruits, vegetables, grains, and livestock that have not been altered by canning, freezing, milling, or other processing methods. Similarly, in mining and forestry, töötlematud materials encompass unrefined ores, crude oil, and uncut timber. The concept emphasizes the origin and lack of human intervention in altering the fundamental composition or form of the item.

The term is often used in discussions about food production, sustainability, and the origin of goods. When something is described as töötlematud, it suggests a connection to its natural source and a minimal environmental impact associated with its transformation. It highlights the initial state of a resource before it enters various industrial or commercial value chains.