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Roman Nekrasov from the Ministry of Agriculture has announced plans to increase rice and grain production in the North Caucasus region. The production of fruits and berries in this region will also be increased to 1.6 million tons by 2030, with a share of 45.5% in production by 2024, aiming for 46.4%.

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.

The Indian Meteorological Department has reported that monsoon rains in Kerala have started 8 days earlier, reaching the earliest time in the last 16 years. This could be beneficial for crops.

It is expected that the precipitation levels this summer will be above average.

In the Tambov region, stricter control over the overload of agricultural machinery during harvest is planned. Excessive load of machines with sugar beets damages roads. In 2025, it is planned to tighten the practice.

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.

Almost half of the sowing campaign has been completed in the Zabaykalsky Krai. Farmers have worked on 64 thousand hectares, which is 45% of the planned volume. The most active farmers are from the Chernyshevsky district. Grain crops have been sown on 28.1 thousand hectares.

From May 28 to June 3, 2025, new customs duties on the export of grain come into force: wheat - 1364.5 rubles per ton, barley - 0 rubles per ton, corn - 606.0 rubles per ton. The changes are related to the harvest and export goals.

Exports of soybeans from Brazil in May 2025 are projected to reach 14.52 million tons, which is 1.75% higher than the forecast from last week.

Exports for January-April amounted to 40.42 million tons, close to half of last year's volume. Revenues are expected to increase with the soybean crop of 2024/25 estimated at 167.9 million tons.

The Minister of Agriculture claims that the price of summer diesel fuel for farmers remains stable, at last year's level. The volumes of supplies are coordinated with the Ministry of Energy. Fuel prices are at a normal level, with an increase of less than 0.5%. The Antimonopoly Service monitors prices to maintain a fair policy.

On the New York Stock Exchange, the price of world sugar #11 fell by 0.26 to 19.36 (-1.33%), while on the London Stock Exchange, white sugar #5 decreased by 4.20 to 555.70 (-0.75%). This is due to the forecast of a sugar surplus in the global market next year, with an expected +182 thousand tons in 2024/25.

Farmers of the Zabaykalsky Krai have planted almost half of the agricultural crops on an area of 64,000 hectares. Chernyshevsky district is leading with 17.2 thousand hectares. Grain crops cover 28.1 thousand hectares, rapeseed - 30.2 thousand hectares, sunflower - 3.3 thousand hectares, flax - 1.8 thousand hectares. 333 hectares of potatoes have been planted. The plan is fulfilled by 59%. Work is underway in several districts.