The Russian Ministry of Agriculture has reaffirmed earlier estimates that the country will export more than 65 million tons of grain this agricultural year. This confirmation came as Dmitry Patrushev, the minister, updated the government’s operational headquarters about the outlook for Russia’s grain sector, underscoring both domestic sufficiency and a strong position in foreign markets.
With what authorities describe as the second largest harvest in Russia’s history, officials say the country can not only meet internal demand but also ship a record volume of grain abroad. The minister emphasized that exports could reach 65 million tons while keeping the domestic market well supplied. The goal reflects a priority on balancing internal food security with robust international trade relationships that support local producers and regional markets.
The harvest campaign is near completion, according to official data. Grain was collected from approximately 98% of sowing areas, with total yields surpassing 151 million tons and wheat harvests exceeding 99 million tons. Beyond wheat, gains were reported in several other crops, including rice, buckwheat, and various oilseeds, contributing to a broader diversification of Russia’s agricultural output and resilience in supply chains.
Officials note that this abundance underpins Russia’s food security strategy and contributes to price stability for essential goods. They point out that prices for socially important commodities have risen at rates below overall inflation this year, a trend that helps household budgets, while the higher level of poultry meat and eggs production has kept those markets stable despite global fluctuations.
Earlier, there were shocks to the policy landscape when the government floated the idea of temporarily banning grain exports to manage domestic prices and supply. This possibility prompted discussions about how to shield consumers while sustaining farmer incomes and export-based growth—an issue closely watched by policymakers, market participants, and international partners alike.
In international diplomacy, the Russian Ambassador to Türkiye noted slow progress in negotiations on the broader grain agreement, highlighting how geopolitical and logistical factors can affect cargo shipments, contract terms, and market access. Such developments are relevant to buyers in major markets, including North America, as global grain flows influence prices, availability, and strategic planning for importers and the food industry across Canada and the United States, as well as neighboring regions that rely on predictable supply lines.