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The founder of the group "Rusagro" Vadim Moshkovich and the former CEO Maxim Basov were sentenced by the Meshchansky Court of Moscow to stay in custody until May 25 on charges of fraud and abuse of office. Maxim Basov was also arrested. Law enforcement conducted searches in the company's offices.

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.

Russia plans to export 1 million tons of meat abroad this year. The exports have increased to Chinese and African markets. However, the strengthening of the ruble and animal diseases in Europe could pose risks to the plans.

The company "Damate" has been granted the first right in Russia to export turkey meat to Singapore.

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.

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.

Plants from Crimea have been tested for safety before the holidays. Research has shown that they are free from pests and viruses. The standards of GOST 12430-2019 have been applied.