"Reduces motivation": the profitability of growing wheat in the Rostov region fell by 10 times

The export discount has almost disappeared In the Rostov region, the profitability of growing wheat has fallen tenfold over four years. And a number of farms are already growing this crop at cost or even at a loss. This was told to 161.RU by the adviser to the president of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Rostov region, Yuri Kornyush. "Unfortunately, in this season, cereals remain low-income crops. This is primarily due to a significant increase in production costs. Everything is getting more expensive—seeds, fertilizers, plant protection products, fuel, land rental, logistics, and employee salaries," says the expert. According to his estimate, the cost of growing wheat has increased by 10–20% over the season, with total sowing costs rising by approximately 15%. By summer 2025, the profitability of wheat production in Russia has fallen to 15%. The dynamics of prices and the safety of winter crops will have a significant impact on further profitability indicators. The ...