Russia raises its grain harvest forecast for 2025 to 137 million tons

"This year, Russian farmers have once again given us a reason for pride. Even despite all the climatic adversities they faced. In various regions there were frosts, drought, heavy rains, and early snowfalls. However, this year's net harvest is expected to be 137 million tons," he stated. He pointed out that "this is one of the most significant results in recent times." "If it hadn't been for the adverse weather, the harvest would have been several million tons larger," he said. He asserted that this result is due to "the joint work of the agricultural sector and the State." "Together we have created a potent system of state supports, so that the mechanisms are really demanded and directed. To guarantee balanced harvests, the structure of the sowing areas is controlled, the implementation of modern technologies is encouraged, and the national scientific base is strengthened," he indicated. Furthermore, he pointed out that work is currently underway to reduce the influence of the ...