In Austria, government agencies are actively using satellite imagery, which helps in the distribution of funds to support farmers.

According to the micro-census of Rosstat, there are more and more large players among agricultural producers, and fewer and fewer small ones, and the trend will continue.

This year, the total production may reach up to 5.9 million tons. However, this number is still not enough.

Russia is reaching a new level in the export of vegetable oil. Despite this, it is not necessary to expect an increase in sown areas this season.

British scientists have calculated that greenhouse gas emissions from the use of fertilizers exceed those from aviation and shipping.

Taking into account state support, the profitability of farmers’ activities amounted to 20.9% (25.6% — in 2021).

In 2021, due to coronavirus restrictions, China temporarily lost its status as the largest buyer of food from Russia, but returned it again in 2022.

The Ministry of Agriculture is considering imposing a ban on the export of rapeseed from March 1 to August 31, 2023. The current ban expires February 28.

In early February, several foreign seed companies sent letters to Russian partners about the termination of cooperation.

Western countries are actively accusing Russia of causing severe famine in poor African countries.