Head of "Agroexport" Ilyushin: Betting on high value-added goods Translation: Head of "Agroexport" Ilyushin: We are betting on high value-added goods

Amid the escalation of the conflict in the Middle East, are there any issues with the export of Russian food to Iran and other countries in the Persian Gulf? Ilya Ilyushin: Of course, there are certain difficulties, but our companies continue to make shipments. Most Russian exporters are working and are ready to continue supplying products to Iran. This is a country with a population of over 90 million people, dependent on imports for food. We do not see a global decline in Russian exports in this direction. As for the entire Persian Gulf, shipments are not stopping. Yes, freight and insurance may become more expensive, but supplies are ongoing. According to the Federal Customs Service, exports of agricultural products in 2025 decreased by 4.1% (to $40.9 billion). But within the industry, everyone is talking about growth. What is the real picture? Ilya Ilyushin: This figure is not entirely accurate; it does not include the export of fish and seafood caught outside the customs ...