Russia: More than 210 thousand tons of grain were collected in the Vologda region

Published Jan 22, 2024

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In 2023, the region's agricultural sector experienced an 18% increase in grain collection, reaching a total of 211 thousand tons. This growth was largely due to enhanced farming methods and the use of organic and mineral fertilizers. The regional government also contributed by allocating 716.4 million rubles to support agriculture, particularly crop production. The harvested grain, primarily used for cattle feed, consisted mostly of feed barley (68%), followed by wheat (16.4%), oats (11.8%), and legumes (3.8%).

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The results of the work of the agricultural sector were announced at the final meeting with agricultural producers in the regional capital. During the 2023 agricultural season, farmers in the region collected 211 thousand tons of grain. Compared to 2022, the collection volume increased by 32 thousand tons, or 18%. “The regional government pays great attention to programs to support agriculture, including providing agricultural producers with subsidies for the development of crop production. In 2023, 716.4 million rubles were allocated for these purposes (product production, seed production, land reclamation measures). This year we will continue to provide state support to the region’s farmers,” commented First Deputy Governor of the region Yuri Umerenko. The main share of the harvested grain is occupied by feed barley – 68%. The rest comes from crops such as wheat - 16.4%, oats - 11.8% and legumes - 3.8%. This result was achieved thanks to improved technology for growing grain ...

Source: Zol