The Head of State congratulated Russian farmers on their professional holiday
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The Head of State noted that agriculture has firmly become one of the most dynamic sectors of the national economy. And it became an important factor in strengthening the country’s sovereignty.
– In 10 years, agricultural production has increased almost a third. In the food industry, growth is more than 40 percent. The cereal harvest surely exceeds 100 million tons. This is a good standard and an indicator of stability,” the Russian leader emphasized.
The president stressed that Russia has become one of the world leaders in food supply.
– Special words of gratitude to the farmers of the Zaporozhye and Kherson regions, Donbass and the border regions: Kursk, Belgorod, Bryansk. Despite all the challenges, you work with full dedication. Such dedication and courage deserve the deepest respect,” said Vladimir Putin.
He stressed that all necessary assistance will be provided as a priority to these regions, “we will definitely restore and rebuild everything that was destroyed and damaged.”
The key goals of the Russian agricultural sector were to increase production volumes by at least a quarter by 2030 and increase exports by at least one and a half times.
– This objective must be achieved by strengthening the technological capabilities of the industry.
The President aims at the active introduction of household equipment and agricultural machinery, the development of land reclamation, selection and genetics.
“We need to develop promising nature-like technologies that will allow us to preserve and replenish the unique wealth of our arable lands, farmlands and ecosystems, and preserve them for future generations,” Putin said.
It will be necessary to pay special attention to the training of scientific and pedagogical personnel and young specialists. Improve the conditions to start your own business, agricultural farm and create a large large family.
“Our absolute priority is the development of rural areas, improving people’s quality of life through the repair and construction of schools, kindergartens, clinics, the creation of modern housing, roads and engineering infrastructure,” Putin emphasized.
