Technologies - Incubator

In 2024, more than 700 million rubles will be allocated from the federal budget to the fisheries complex of Russia. The funds will be used for research on bioresources and renovation of the institute's premises.

The aim is to strengthen scientific sovereignty and to train specialists.

Scientists from the Pacific University have developed a neural network to predict crop yields in the Khabarovsk region. With an accuracy of 85%, it determines the productivity of various crops in fertile soil using meteorological data, satellite imagery, and soil characteristics. The model obtained will help agronomists optimize resources and reduce risks. Scientists plan to refine the neural network to increase accuracy and expand functionality.

Scientists from SKFU have created a device for monitoring soil and plant growth to improve crop yields. They have developed a method for analyzing soil using a radar system to optimize agricultural processes. The new data allows for carrying out agronomic activities and determining the necessary amount of fertilizers.

Scientists from the Agricultural Research Institute in Crimea have developed improved soil processing devices, including the "Svarog" seedbed cultivator and the pre-sowing combine "Crimea." They have also created a soil loosener for vineyards, improving the conditions for plant root growth.

Company Cognitive Pilot, together with Sber and Cognitive Technologies, has developed an innovative technology for agricultural machinery autopilots, improving the accuracy of artificial vision. The neural network mechanism identifies the boundaries of field sections, allowing for more precise detection. The technology enables autopilots to see even minor changes in field texture and determine boundaries with centimeter precision.

StGAU and GAp "Resource" have agreed to collaborate at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum 2024. They will be preparing specialists for agriculture, modernizing education, and providing scholarships. GAp is interested in training personnel due to high demand in the region.

The Ariant group of companies has launched a grape-growing center based on the Southern agribusiness firm. The project received investments of 500 million rubles. The agribusiness firm grows over 130 grape varieties and plans to increase production of planting material. New laws and increased customs duties contribute to the development of domestic grape growing and winemaking.

The association explained the reduction in agricultural machinery sales by the low solvency of farmers. The government support program does not completely solve the problem due to insufficient funding. Dealers are facing low demand for equipment, except for unique models. High credit rates also complicate the situation.

In Russia this year, more than 3 billion rubles are planned to be allocated from the budget for digital transformation of the agricultural sector, writes "Rossiyskaya Gazeta". The Russian government at the end of last year updated the strategic direction in the field of digital transformation of the agricultural and fisheries sectors until 2030. "Entrepreneurs will be able to use modern technologies to increase crop yields, optimize costs, establish channels for selling products, and gain a number of other competitive advantages for agriculture," Prime Minister Mikhail noted.

The production of dairy equipment in Russia is planned to increase from 3.7 billion rubles in 2023 to 4 billion rubles in 2024. Russian companies are ready to replace foreign equipment, invest in the development of production, and build new manufacturing facilities.

Rostselmash increased the shipment of self-propelled machinery by 56% in 2024 to update the fleet of agricultural machinery. Deliveries are made to 27 regions of Russia, as well as for export. The most popular models are ACROS, VECTOR, RSM161, and T500. Kyrgyzstan is expecting NOVA and DON 680M.

President Putin has signed a decree on the establishment of the National Center for Genetic Resources of Agricultural Animals based on the Federal Center for Animal Husbandry named after Academician L.K. Ernst. The center will develop methods for preserving genetic samples, collaborate with foreign partners, and form an interdepartmental commission.