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In the Voronezh region, a modern production complex has been launched by the company "Global Beverages" with a total cost of over 10 billion rubles. The plant has created 450 jobs, utilizes advanced technologies, and plans to export its products.

The company is also building its own automotive enterprise.

Grain exports from Russia in 2025 have significantly increased: up to 698 thousand tons from the beginning of the year until April 22. Africa has become the largest buyer with 46% of shipments. New markets include Senegal, Togo, Nigeria, Mali, Tunisia, and Libya.

Quality control of grain during export is especially important for Morocco.

Bunge Global SA is leasing its North American corn and flour processing business to Grain Craft company. The deal is aimed at optimizing the portfolio and strengthening Bunge's positions in key sectors. The transfer of production assets will take place in several cities in the US and Mexico.

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Moscow court arrested Vadim Moshkovich, the founder of "Rusagro," and former CEO Maxim Basov on charges of fraud. The accused deny their guilt. The incident is related to the purchase of the former co-owner of the "Sun Products" company. An additional investigation is being conducted.

Rosstat reports that prices for cereals have increased over the year. Buckwheat rose by 28%, millet by 24%, buckwheat decreased by 6%, and rice by 12%.

Prices in March 2025: buckwheat - 28,170, millet - 29,251, buckwheat - 19,019, rice - 54,230.

Grain and tuber production in China is expected to reach a record high in 2025, increasing to 709 million tons. The increase in crop yields and farmers' enthusiasm will help achieve this goal.

It is also forecasted that soybean production will increase by 2.5% annually. China will reduce its imports of agricultural products.

Company "Miratorg" and its subsidiaries' revenue for 2024 amounted to 301.1 billion rubles, with a net profit of 32.5 billion rubles, which is 40% lower than the previous year due to the increase in financial resources and production costs. Pork production increased by 6%, poultry decreased by 7%, while beef production continues to grow. The company plans to focus on improving efficiency and strengthening production.

The company "Podosinki" is planning to expand its greenhouse complex in the Moscow region, increasing production to 42 million rose flowers per year.

The roses grown are known for their high quality, but the project faces risks due to limited government support, recruitment of staff, and logistic challenges.

Deputy Minister of Agriculture of the Nizhny Novgorod region estimated the necessary expenses for the agricultural campaign in 2025 at 11.7 billion rubles, part of which will go towards fertilizers, plant protection products, and purchasing equipment. Mr. Grigoryev also noted that there is a shortage of sugar beet seeds, and they will have to be imported due to supply problems. State support will amount to 2.8 billion rubles.

The Minister of Agriculture of Russia, Oksana Lut, emphasized the importance of increasing productivity in the agricultural sector. Agricultural plots require manual labor that cannot be automated. There has been a noticeable increase in youth interest in education in this field, which contributes to the industry's development. Business involvement is planned to open new educational institutions as part of the agro-classes project.

The demand for feed for broilers and layers is growing. Corn in Indonesia is used for the production of animal feed. A 3% increase in feed production is forecasted, which will require more corn. This is associated with the rise in poultry product consumption and improvement in the economy in Indonesia.

The Prodcorporation has raised the prices for the 3rd grade wheat to 95,000 tenge per ton. Buyers are actively buying grain at the exchange, especially wheat and barley. Wheat prices have increased by 5-7,000 tenge per ton. Trading at the exchange ensures fair prices and access to grain.