Russia: Poultry and Products Annual
FAS/Moscow forecasts Russian broiler production to increase to 3.65 million metric tons (MMT) in 2016 as producers are expected to benefit from stable feed prices and reduced imports resulting from favorable exchange rates and restrictive trade policies. 2016 broiler meat imports are anticipated to drop to 100,000 metric tons (MT) from 220,000 MT in 2015. Broiler meat consumption in 2016 is expected to stabilize at 3.705 MMT, slightly lower than 3.735 MMT in 2015. The Russian government has announced further support to the domestic poultry industry, both financially and in seeking new export markets, as the industry faces increased financial risks. FAS/Moscow forecasts moderate growth of Russian poultry exports in 2016 to 45,000 MT.
