The breeding stock of dairy cattle in the Ryazan region has seen a significant increase, reaching over 38,000 heads in 2022, marking a 2.6-fold increase over the past decade. This growth is primarily concentrated in 17 farms that specialize in breeding Holstein and Black-and-White cows. The region is now in a position to sell more livestock than it bought for the first time in 2022, with over 1,500 heads sold in the first 10 months of the year. This is a stark contrast to the period between 2010 and 2019, during which fewer than 100 heads were sold. The region has received significant investment, state support, and dedicated effort from livestock breeders, resulting in a shift from reliance on imported livestock to self-sufficiency and a surplus. These highly productive heifers and heifers are sought after by numerous regions within Russia.