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In January 2025, NPP "Atameken", Carlsberg Kazakhstan, and the Union of Organic Producers of Kazakhstan signed a cooperation agreement. It is aimed at developing organic agriculture, increasing competitiveness, and promoting environmental sustainability. Farmers are provided with new opportunities, including simplified certification, implementation of clean technologies, and consultations with experts.

The President of Mexico has proposed a constitutional reform to ban the cultivation of GMO corn in order to protect this symbol of national identity. This decision has sparked controversy with the U.S. due to the ban on GMO corn.

Starting from February 1, sunflower oil will increase from 1719 rubles to 17786 rubles per ton. The duty on meal will decrease by 882.9 rubles to 3888 rubles. Dmitry Ryalko, the Director of the Institute for Agrarian Market Conjuncture, warns about possible industry problems due to the decrease in oil prices and the increase in seed prices. Uncertainty in the global market also affects the situation.

Petunia seeds do not require stratification, but for older ones you can perform it: place them on a damp napkin, cover the container, and put it in the refrigerator for a week. This will help improve germination. Distribute new seeds on the soil, not burying them, and keep them moist.

The Ministry of Agriculture is creating an educational system for the rural sector: from agricultural classes to higher educational institutions. The head of the department, Oksana Loot, plans to fill the labor shortage. Mr. Kashin notes problems with living conditions in rural areas and improvements. It is important to develop rural areas and ensure their funding.

In the Ulyanovsk region, the volume of agricultural exports increased by 29% to $20 million. The main products include grain, flour, and oil. The exports are sent to 12 countries as part of the "International Cooperation and Export" project, with a focus on the trade and logistics route through the Middle Volga. The governor of the region emphasized the importance of supporting companies and retraining exporters.

In 2024, Azerbaijan bought 85,286 tons of corn for $24.064 million. This is 16.7% more (12,224 tons) and 15.5% more expensive ($3.239 million) than in 2023.

The expenses on corn accounted for only 0.1% of the total import costs. [Source: Report]

Cheeses come in different varieties: hard (for example, Parmesan), soft (for example, Mascarpone), and semi-hard (for example, Dutch cheese). It is important to pay attention to the composition of the cheese and its shelf life to avoid mold and preserve its taste.

As of January 20, 2025, 288.6 thousand tons of grain are stored at 4 grain bases of the company TOO "Astyk koymalary". In 2024, the volume of grain acceptance increased to 411.7 thousand tons. Soft wheat of the 3rd grade formed the basis of the crop. A total of 346.4 thousand tons of grain and oilseeds were sent.

By 2024, Russia has strengthened its position in the global export of vegetable oils, increasing its share to 8.5%. The export of oils has grown by 8%, leading to an 89% increase in capacity utilization within the country.

The volume of exports of oilseeds has decreased by 37% due to the introduction of export duties.

A new solution has been proposed to increase the yield and quality of rice - using biostimulants based on fermented chitin and rice bran. The experiment showed an increase in the yield of RD69 rice varieties by 73% and HGD by 30%, a decrease in the level of fast-absorbing glucose, and an increase in the content of antioxidants.

It is recommended to use the product for biological rice cultivation.

The opinion of the Grain Producers Association of Canada on the deal of Bunge's acquisition of Viterra: the Minister of Transport's decision does not ensure competition protection, selling part of the shares will not solve the problem, potential losses for farmers up to $770 million per year, the deal will cause issues in the market and will require review. Bunge will buy Viterra for $6.2 billion in stocks and $2 billion in cash.