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Company "Demetra-Holding" plans to complete the "Auto1500" project in 2025, increasing the grain transshipment by 1.5 million tons.

"Novorossiysk Grain Terminal" is going to increase the total volume of transshipment to 11 million tons of cargo in 2026, by building additional berths and capacities.

In 2024, the company transshipped 7.2 million tons of agricultural goods.

Parasitic plants, such as Cuscuta campestris, pose a threat to agriculture. Researchers from Osaka City University have identified a gene responsible for the growth of haustoria in the stems of this plant. Inhibiting this gene could prevent the development of haustoria and reduce damage from parasites.

The agro-industrial sector of the Ural Federal District is significant for the Russian economy. There are plans to increase the sown areas and production of oilseeds. Preparation for the sowing campaign is going successfully, farmers are provided with necessary resources and seeds.

Managers emphasize the importance of following plans, fire safety measures, as well as timely government support.

At an agronomic meeting in Blagoveshchensk, the deputy director of the Amur branch of the Federal State Budgetary Institution "NCBRSP" spoke about the harm caused by soybean cyst nematode, capable of reducing crop yields by up to 80%. Experts discussed the issue and highlighted the importance of combating this parasite for the agriculture of the region.

Local ice cream producers from Bashkortostan are developing and conquering the market with new flavors such as chocolate with filling, cherry with crumbs, and others. The brand "Creamy Nose" has become popular both within the country and beyond its borders, thanks to certification and high quality. Today, the company is a market leader, producing over 1000 units of ice cream per minute.

World wheat prices have risen: hard red winter wheat to 557.00 cents/bushel, hard red spring wheat to 586.00 c/b, soft red winter wheat to 601.75 c/b. The corn contract has increased to 458.50 c/b. The price of rice is $13.43/cwt. Russia's indicative export prices have also risen.

The Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Supervision (Rosselkhoznadzor) has detected the western flower thrips in a batch of raspberries from Morocco delivered to the Moscow region. The owner of the cargo must destroy the infected produce. The insect poses a serious threat, affecting over 250 plant species.

The event is supported by the Ministry of Agriculture. The discussion will cover measures to combat weeds, grain exports from the Saratov region, phytosanitary control by the Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance, land surveying, and plans to eradicate weeds.

Carrot is an important root vegetable rich in nutrients. Local varieties, such as Polignano and Tidjano from Italy, have unique properties and history. They are important for biodiversity and local culture.

Scientists suggest registering the seeds to preserve and promote these genetic resources.

The company BioLumic has launched a commercial system in Cuba City, Wisconsin. Their xTrait™ technology enhances genetic expression of plants with light, without GMOs. Partners are already using traits on corn, and there are also developments for rice, ryegrass, and soybeans.

A team of scientists from the Max Planck Institute of Molecular Plant Physiology revealed that stress hormones produced by plants under stress can suppress symbiosis with fungi. These findings are crucial for agriculture and the future harvest.

The State Duma Committee supported a bill on maximum markups for socially significant products, allowing regions to set markups up to 5% for wholesalers and up to 15% for retail. The goal is to prevent price increases and fairly distribute profits. The government expressed support and highlighted potential risks related to shortages and illegal schemes. The proposal requires further refinement.