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The Black Sea region is a significant supplier of agricultural commodities to the world. Over the past year, global grain and oilseed markets have been roiled by the ongoing military conflict in Ukraine.

A number of factors have converged over the last 18 months to send global agricultural commodity prices to near-record levels. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine – and the potential loss of Ukrainian exports – was the latest development to push commodity prices higher.

Post forecasts Russia's grain and feed production for the coming year.

Recent measures intended to dampen domestic food price increases by inhibiting grain exports were adjusted by Decree #33 signed on January 23, 2021.

As part of its package of measures to reduce food prices adopted in December 2020, the Russian government issued a number of decrees to restrict exports of some grains and oilseeds...

In response to the COVID19 epidemic and in order to ensure the agricultural security of Russian citizens, the Russian Government decided to impose a quota in the amount of 7MMT to limit exports...

There is no legal impediment to the use of biotechnology in El Salvador. Genetically engineered (GE) corn field trials were successfully completed.

FAS/Moscow forecasts that wheat production will reach 73.5 MMT in MY2019/2020, a decrease from the previous forecast of 74 MMT based on industry and official data.

Salvadoran restaurants and hotels continue to benefit from growth in the tourism sector, especially the business/convention and emerging surf sectors.

During 2019, the Salvadoran retail sector, valued at approximately $4.5 billion, continues to show positive signs of growth as supermarkets and discount stores have expanded operations.

Russia’s grain crop in MY19/20 will be abundant, particularly for barley and corn.

There is no legal impediment to use of biotechnology. Genetically engineered (GE) corn field trials were successfully completed.