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In the Tambov region, spring field work has begun. According to the "Online Tambov.ru" portal, the Mordovian and Tambov municipal districts were the first to start sowing spring crops: barley, peas, and grass. This year, the sowing started earlier than last year. It is planned to increase the sowing area to 1.9 million hectares by 2025. The quality of seeds is guaranteed to be at a high level.

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.

The Ministry of Industry and Trade and the Ministry of Economic Development support the indexing of domestic prices for fertilizers, although the Ministry of Agriculture is against it. They propose to increase prices in line with inflation. Manufacturers asked for a price increase of 10-15%, but the decision will be made by summer.

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.

"Research in Science: scientists have discovered a molecular reaction that contributes to wheat immunity to stem rust. This opens up new strategies for strengthening crop yields. The spread of the disease poses a threat to food security. It is important to study plant immunity to protect crops."

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.

A rose garden is popular due to the diversity and attractiveness of roses. Growing roses helps create unique garden compositions with accents of different plants. For example, lavender and catmint complement roses visually and aromatically. It is important to ensure good ventilation and use suitable companion plants for the health of roses.

Chechen farmers have started plowing for sowing spring crops on 122.1 thousand hectares. For the harvest in 2025, it is planned to allocate 304.2 thousand hectares, including 168 thousand hectares for winter crops. As of March 26, 22.2 thousand hectares of spring and fodder crops have been sown.

The number of machinery for field work includes 1,627 tractors, 596 seeders, 710 plows, and 411 cultivators.

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.

Choosing accounting trees by area, drastic temperature changes in the Krasnodar region threaten stone fruit crops, causing diseases in peach trees. Tumors and leaf rot are the first symptoms of curliness and moniliosis. Proper treatment of garden trees is important.

The regional leader emphasized the importance of agricultural insurance for ensuring food security. However, the low popularity of such programs is due to high costs and the availability of cheap options that do not cover all losses. It is recommended to create an insurance fund to improve the accessibility of agricultural insurance.

Russian grain exchanges sold 4 wheat contracts totaling 1008 tons on March 26, 2025. The average price was 18352 rubles per ton. At commodity auctions, the volume of deals ranged from 90 to 525 tons at prices ranging from 17600 to 18650 rubles per ton.