Russian market - Sunflower (Helianthus Cultus) in Russia: Key Oilseed Crop and Oil Production - Fork Cast

Research in agriculture includes optimizing plant nutrition management using microscopic particles of rocks. This will help improve soil quality, fertilizer efficiency, add micronutrients, and reduce dependency on chemicals.

The study will examine the impact of the powder on crops and soil, as well as the content of micronutrients. This is important due to soil degradation and nutrient deficiencies.

An accredited center has received a sample of wheat for analysis based on various criteria. Laboratory tests are being conducted to determine the grain quality, with established standards and limitations. The assessment of the 2025 harvest is being carried out in the Rostov region and the Republic of Kalmykia. State monitoring will be free of charge until October 10, 2025. The Federal State Budgetary Institution is preparing for the harvest and monitoring activities.

In Kuban, a rich wheat harvest is being gathered. It is planned to start harvesting in early July using 12 combines and 13 trucks. The Gulkevichsky breeding farm is provided with fuel and materials for successful harvesting due to efficient land use.

The issues in tomato production are due to vulnerability to diseases, including ToBRFV, which causes brown wrinkled fruit. Vegetables by Bayer company has introduced new tomato hybrids with genetic resistance to ToBRFV, designed to ensure safe and high-quality yields.

The importance of gardening in the Russian agro-industrial complex was emphasized at the meeting where successes and development goals were discussed. Stavropol Krai stands out with significant progress - the area of orchards is growing, yields are increasing, and nursery capacities meet global standards.

India extends duty-free import of Canadian yellow peas until 2026. China has imposed a 100% tariff on peas from Canada due to a trade war. The export of yellow peas to China has decreased, so access to the Indian market becomes important for Canada.

Russia will also start supplying peas to India, creating competition for Canadian farmers. Canada may reduce prices to maintain its market position.

Employees of the Product Safety Evaluation Center in St. Petersburg are fighting the dangerous Sosnovsky's hogweed using the herbicide imazapyr. The plant is toxic and widespread on millions of hectares in Russia.

To combat it, a comprehensive approach is recommended: agronomy, chemistry, and biology. Prevention and monitoring of the spread foci are also crucial.

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.

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.

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.

Oksana Lut expressed satisfaction with the results of the meeting with the head of the Kaluga region, noting a positive trend in the development of livestock breeding and agricultural production.

Also discussed were projects related to the utilization of land resources and the implementation of state programs for the development of rural areas. The budget for improving living conditions in rural areas has been increased to 1 billion rubles.

In the conditions of a changing climate and resource scarcity, precision agriculture technologies become a necessity. The company Farmevo has introduced the platform Lense AI, which utilizes AI and data from drones to optimize potato cultivation: from early stress detection to yield forecasting and water savings. The platform integrates with John Deere and enables the application of agrochemicals at variable rates. Data analysis helps farmers select seeds and improve crop resilience.