MAIN NEWS IN THE AGRICULTURAL SECTOR FOR FEBRUARY 2

At the Rosselkhoztsentr, several groups of pests were named that could threaten crops in 2026. They also discussed the results of last year's monitoring. The Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation initiated a series of amendments to the procedure for providing discounts on agricultural machinery. In particular, it concerns the conditions of assistance and the list of products. The Ministry of Agriculture proposed a way to combat the rise in vegetable prices. The ministry decided to continue the popular support measure for the industry. Wholesale prices for pork in Russia in January decreased by 27% year-on-year. Prices fell for all items except one. In Scotland, there was a shortage of chicken eggs due to bird flu. However, authorities, as well as some retailers and farmers, are optimistic.