Russia's Ministry of Agriculture has announced a suspension on exports of sunflower seeds and rapeseed from April 1 to August 31, with sunflower oil and flour exports being limited by quotas. This decision aims to protect the domestic market and business amidst rising global prices. Additionally, Dmitry Medvedev, deputy secretary of Russia's Security Council and chairman of the ruling United Russia party, suggested that Russia may limit agricultural supplies to 'friendly' countries, excluding the Western sanctioned countries, as a response to the ongoing sanctions.