MAIN EVENTS IN THE AGRICULTURAL SECTOR AS OF FEBRUARY 13

The Ministry of Agriculture plans to add the production of eggs and poultry meat to the list of priority sectors for concessional lending. However, the support conditions for both groups will differ. Starting in 2027, concessional loans for farmers will only be provided if insurance is in place. Agro-insurers have clarified the procedure of the new mechanism. Deputies have proposed tightening control over the production and processing of grains. This involves compliance with already existing rules. In January, prices for socially significant products in Russia decreased by 10%. Vegetables from the so-called "borscht set" became cheaper the most. Experts from the Federal Research Center of Agriculture reminded of the main reasons for the deterioration of seed quality, including the human factor.