Russian wheat prices have continued to rise in most areas, with increases in the cost of third-class wheat in the south of the country. The cost of fourth and fifth-class wheat also saw noticeable growth in some regions, while barley prices increased only in the center of the country. Factors influencing the rise in grain prices include problems with sowing winter crops in the European Union and the strengthening of the ruble exchange rate, while factors for price decreases include high crop stocks and rising freight costs in certain regions.