As noted by agricultural producers in the region, the increase in prices for imported vegetable seeds this year has already reached 100%. They see the main reasons in the low exchange rate of the ruble and increased logistics costs. Against this background, many Rostov farmers are switching to domestic seeds, the cost of which has changed little.
Farmers are confident that vegetables will definitely become more expensive this year. Mainly due to the fact that prices for energy, fuel, and fertilizers have soared. This will definitely affect the cost of the final product.
In 2024, the authorities allocated a record amount to support agriculture. According to the regional governor Vasily Golubev, more than 8,6 billion rubles will be sent to industry representatives.
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