In 2023, the Tambov region experienced a 25% increase in grain exports, totaling 395 thousand tons of grain and processed products. Wheat was the primary export crop, with a 10% increase from the previous year, reaching 182 thousand tons. Other exported crops included barley, corn, peas, soybeans, and wheat flour, with the majority being shipped to Latvia. The region is also exploring the possibility of expanding its export geography, with China being a potential market.