Russia is planning to establish its first banana growing complex in Stavropol in 2025, following the example of Kazakhstan, as announced by the Russian Agriculture Minister, Oksana Lut. The project, to be located in Nevinnomyssk, will cover 46 hectares and will also be used for the cultivation of pistachios, almonds, avocados, mangoes, and passion fruit. The first banana harvest is expected in spring 2026.