Agro trade between Russia, BRICS countries rises over 5% in 2025 - Russian Agriculture Ministry

MOSCOW. June 15 (Interfax) - Agricultural trade between Russia and the BRICS countries rose over 5% in 2025, Russia's Agriculture Ministry said following the 16th meeting of the BRICS agriculture ministers.

Deputy Agriculture Minister Maxim Markovich headed the Russian delegation.

"Interaction with the BRICS countries is developing. Agricultural trade increased over 5% last year. This positive trend should continue in 2026," according to the statement.

The Agriculture Ministry only reports the dynamics of the indicator.

Markovich also participated in bilateral talks with the agriculture ministers of India, Iran, and South Africa. The parties discussed cooperation in the agricultural sector and prospects for further development.