From January to August 2020, Russia experienced a 28% increase in sausage and similar product exports, amounting to $52 million, compared to the previous year. The majority of these exports were to neighboring countries, with Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan seeing a 24% and 30% increase in imports, respectively. Russia has also started exporting sausages to Panama and Moldova, and has resumed exports to Norway and Indonesia. Exports are expected to rise due to increased disposable income and demand in developing countries, as well as a trend towards preparing homemade meals more quickly. Asia and Europe are identified as potential growth markets.