Udmurtia to Develop New Agricultural Sector Strategy by 2030

Acting head of Udmurtia Olga Abramova discussed the tasks for the development of the agro-industrial sector until 2030 with the leaders of enterprises. A new regional strategy was announced at the meeting, with participants agreeing to approve the document in the next session.

One of the strategy's goals is to produce 1 million tons of grain. Other target areas include significantly increasing the output of oil flax, potatoes, milk, meat, and eggs. The strategy is being developed with the goals set for the Russian sector: President Vladimir Putin has set a target to increase agricultural production by 25% and export by one and a half times by 2030 as part of the national project "Technological Provision of Food Security".

Deputy Minister of Agriculture of Udmurtia Natalya Voronchikhina presented processing parameters. By 2030, its volume should increase by almost one and a half times: milk processing should reach 1.3 million tons and meat 60,000 tons. This year's investments in the sector are estimated at 6.2 billion rubles. The plan for 2030 is 12 billion rubles, with product exports expected to grow approximately six times over this period.

Abramova stated the need to launch a new investment cycle within the republic to develop the sector. She noted that significant funding has been directed primarily to operational expenses over the past five years. She mentioned that modernization is progressing at an insufficient pace and proposed introducing new state support measures by 2027.

A separate section of the strategy will be dedicated to small agribusinesses. The region plans to develop farming, cooperation, and rural tourism, expand the work of the Center of Competencies and cooperatives, and enhance the distribution infrastructure for farm products. Plans also include involving participants in the special military operation and creating a mentoring system.

For agro-industrial enterprises, there is a staffing goal to ensure at least 95% are qualified professionals. This will involve attracting young workers, retaining experienced staff, using scientific and educational potential, and developing continuous training. The tools for achieving these targets were discussed by representatives of crop production, livestock, processing, and small businesses.