World market - Incubator

Egypt has purchased 6 batches of wheat at a GASC auction, including 5 batches of Russian wheat. The price reached $265 per ton with deferred payment and delivery in March.

The share of Russian wheat purchases in Egypt reached 66% in the 2023/2024 season, increasing by 11.5%.

AgroNews evaluates the impact of the accident on the production of chlorantraniliprole in China. The production volume of certain companies may significantly decrease due to the incident.

Perspectives on the development of the market for effective insecticides remain generally optimistic.

The research has shown that changing the diet of pests slows down the development of resistance to biopesticides. The diversity of crops affects the ability of fungal pathogens to destroy pest larvae. This discovery will help develop effective crop protection strategies.

A batch of fertilized trout caviar from Poland was released from quarantine in Russia for LLC "Promrybtor". The caviar was deemed healthy, all veterinary requirements were met. The caviar material was handed over to the owner for cultivation.

1.1 million units of foreign material were imported in 2025.

Specialists from China have discovered that DNA methylation in rice plants helps them adapt to cold weather. A study published in the journal Cell revealed epigenetic changes that increase plants' resistance to cold temperatures. As a result, a new rice breeding strategy has been developed to combat climate change.

Scientists from Aarhus University, together with colleagues, have created a mini laboratory called MARTINIS in the form of a tube that measures chemical parameters in the soil without disturbing its integrity. The system is based on planar optodes, allowing continuous monitoring of soil chemistry under natural conditions.

MARTINIS is still in the process of development and testing before potential implementation for agriculture.

In the Stavropol region, caterpillars of the Moroccan locust were found on an area of 20,500 hectares. The areas have been treated, but rain and wind are slowing down the process.

Funds have been allocated for fighting on 11,000 hectares, with 20,183 liters of insecticides left for 269,100 hectares.

Butterflies of a lepidopteran creature are small insects. They are active in warm weather and reproduce on plants. Caterpillars appear within 5-7 days at +24 to +30°C. It is recommended to start fighting pests in advance. Insecticide treatment is more effective at early stages.

Scientists from ARS have developed a new method to combat Fusarium head blight, saving wheat crops from the fungus Fusarium graminearum. The research focuses on removing the key molecule FgTPP1, which could prevent plant infections and reduce losses by 5.94 billion dollars in the USA.

Cucumbers in a greenhouse require fertilizers for rapid growth and excellent taste. It is recommended to use compost or manure to enrich the soil. Feed with nitrogen at planting, phosphorus during flowering, potassium at the fruiting stage. Use organic and mineral fertilizers for a better yield.

On the exchanges on May 23, 2025:

Corn decreased by 3.50 ¢ to 459.50 ¢/bsh,

SRW wheat dropped by 2.00 ¢ to 542.50 ¢/bsh,

HRW wheat decreased by 1.25 ¢ to 538.75 ¢/bsh,

HRS wheat increased by 6.25 ¢ to 606.50 ¢/bsh,

Oats decreased by 4.50 ¢ to 354.75 ¢/bsh,

and rough rice rose by 0.26 usd/cwt to 13.17 usd/cwt.

Loans are provided for seeds of agricultural crops, excluding potatoes and vegetables. Enterprises of the agro-industrial complex will qualify for this support. Documentation for expense reimbursement is required. Assistance to farmers is crucial for a successful harvest. Agricultural expenses will increase in the Rostov region.