The Ministry of Agriculture has drafted a bill that, if adopted, could change the rules for providing preferential loans.
Food manufacturers have appealed to the Federal Antimonopoly Service (FAS) to review the actions of retail chains for compliance with antitrust laws.
The crisis in the fertilizer market has prompted China to tighten export restrictions, prioritizing the interests of its own farmers.
Experts note that agricultural export volumes from Russia to Uzbekistan are breaking records. According to 2025 data, deliveries increased by 19% in monetary terms.
Starting March 18, the government will set a non-zero export duty on wheat. Producers and exporters are concerned that this could significantly complicate their lives.
According to the latest data, Russia continues to actively substituting imports in the seed sector, with economic factors becoming a key driver of this process.
Despite the overall price increase in Russia this year, some products are actually declining in price.
Crop insurance may become mandatory for Russian farmers applying for loans at preferential rates.
Experts note that seaborne oil shipments are currently becoming more expensive due to geopolitical tensions, creating problems for producers.
According to UN data, the total area under wheat cultivation in Russia continues to decline. This is most likely due to the low profitability of grain crops.









