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The Russian authorities are expanding programs for the development of agricultural machinery and veterinary drugs. The state will allocate about 15.8 billion rubles for agricultural machinery and over 4.4 billion for veterinary drugs. The plan includes creating 27 new types of machinery and meeting 70% of the livestock industry's demand with domestic drugs by 2030.

In Southern Kazakhstan, the sowing season has begun. In the Turkestan region, 14 thousand hectares of land out of 896 thousand hectares allocated for crops have been sown. 338 thousand hectares are reserved for cereals and 72.7 thousand hectares for oilseeds. 17.5 thousand units of machinery are involved in the work.

Carriers recommend that shippers choose supported destinations, including ports in Russia and the Baltic countries. An excess of grain carriers and closed wagons leads to a slowing down of loading caused by long holidays. In 2025, the volumes of grain transportation by rail have increased, especially exports. Freight carriers urge to intensify deliveries.

The Eurasian Economic Commission has approved the prospects for cooperation between the EAEU and the countries of Southeast Asia in the agricultural sector. Analysis has shown that the main export commodities are meat, dairy products, grains, and fats. The recommendation contributes to export diversification.

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.

"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."

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.

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.

Kazhydromet warns of increased evaporation in April, which may lead to insufficient soil moisture in some regions for spring sowing. However, overall, autumn-winter conditions are favorable for grain regions of Kazakhstan, especially in some areas.

Kazhydromet forecasts optimal moist conditions for northern and Turkestan regions, while in other regions satisfactory or optimum moisture levels are expected.

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.

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.