Russian wheat supplies to Venezuela increased threefold in a year

The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, located in the north of South America at the junction of the equatorial and tropical zones, is distinguished by its diverse climate and wealth of natural resources. The country has fertile soils, vast plains and lowlands, which create favorable conditions for agriculture, despite the significant dependence of the economy on the oil industry. Venezuela's agricultural sector includes many areas, from livestock to the cultivation of fruits, vegetables and grain. However, in order to improve food security, the country is increasing its purchases of Russian wheat. To date, grain production in Venezuela does not meet domestic needs. The main grain crops grown are corn and, to a lesser extent, rice. Corn occupies a dominant position, as it has traditionally been one of the key crops in the diet of Venezuelans. A significant part of the corn is used to feed livestock. In the 2023/24 agricultural year, Venezuela's corn production volume was 1.4 million ...