Grain supplies from Russia to Belarus increased by 48 percent

According to the Federal Customs Service, grain supplies from Russia to Belarus increased by 48 percent in 2023, Elena Zhiryaeva, Doctor of Economics, Professor of the Department of Economics at the Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration in St. Petersburg, told SOYUZ. "Traditionally, Belarus met its grain needs on its own. But statistics in recent years have shown that grain imports exceed exports. A considerable portion of grain in Belarus is used for feed, grain is also purchased for the insurance fund, for the brewing industry, and for alcohol production. At the same time, food products are the basis of Belarusian exports, and Russia is the largest export market. The Belarusian agricultural economy is focused on meat and dairy farming and the export of products from this industry. In particular, at least 62 percent of dairy products are exported, 85 percent of which are supplied to Russia. In addition, Belarusian companies export vegetables, ...