In 2023, the Novosibirsk region saw a significant increase in grain exports, rising by 1.5 times to reach 1.19 million tons. The exported grains included a variety of crops such as wheat, barley, peas, and more. The grain was exported to 12 different countries, with China being the primary buyer, accounting for 48% of the exports. Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan were also notable importers, making up 32% and 13% of the exports respectively.