The pace of the sowing campaign this year is higher than last year, and farmers are provided with unprecedented state support measures. Their implementation, as well as the course of spring field work, were discussed at a meeting of the operational headquarters of the Russian Ministry of Agriculture, which was chaired by the Minister of Agriculture Dmitry Patrushev, the press service of the Russian Ministry of Agriculture reports.
The minister recalled that in March, an additional 30 billion rubles had already been allocated for preferential lending to farmers. On behalf of the President, more than 150 billion rubles will be allocated for this measure. With this in mind, more than 2022 billion rubles are already expected for the mechanism in 284 - this is the maximum amount since its launch.
The rates of acquisition of fuels and lubricants exceed last year's, and the availability of mineral fertilizers is at the level of the previous year.
Work is underway to allocate additional funding for the development of rural areas, including for new loans under the "rural mortgage".
Special attention was paid to the segment of small and medium-sized businesses. For small forms, all types of existing state support are available. In addition, there are tools designed specifically for them - first of all, grants. For recipients in 2021-2022, the Ministry of Agriculture has provided the opportunity to extend the obligation to spend the grant for 12 months.
Starting from 2022, funds will be provided as part of a “stimulating subsidy” to stimulate production in personal subsidiary plots, and support will be provided to buyers for the marketing of products. In addition, farmers who advance production in household plots under the so-called agricultural contracts will be able to count on preferences.
The agency will continue to improve mechanisms to support small agribusiness. At the same time, systemic processes should be established in the regions to promote the marketing of farm products.
“Small business is the most sensitive segment, especially in the current situation. Calculated, everyday work is needed both at the federal level and in the regions. Manufacturers should be able to present products on the shelves. Where necessary - even in manual mode, provide assistance. I want to say the same about checks. This year, small and medium-sized businesses are exempted from them. Control the execution of the relevant instructions of the state leadership on the ground. Today, the common task is to help, not create excessive obstacles,” Dmitry Patrushev emphasized.
During the meeting, representatives of the regions shared their successful experience in involving farm products in online trading, reported on the progress of spring field work and preparations for sowing.