The head of the Ministry Dmitry Patrushev said earlier that last season, Russia supplied abroad of 43.3 million tons of grain, including 35.2 million tons of wheat. The USDA in July reported the seasonal exports, which amounted to 25.5 million tons. The EU exported 24 million tons, and Canada — 24.5 million tons of wheat.

"Russia once again proved its leadership, ahead of the US, EU and Canada," — said the Director of the analytical center "Sovekon" Andrei Sizov, RIA Novosti.

As reported IA REGNUM, the Russian Minister of agriculture Dmitry Patrushev also said that the grain harvest in 2019 would not only cover domestic needs but also ensures the stability of the market and growth of foreign supplies

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