Wheat. Stavropol region

The Stavropol region is the breadbasket of Russia. More than 40% of the region's area is fertile black soil. Many crops are grown here, the most important of which is wheat, the golden queen of the fields.

Wheat, as the world's leading grain crop, is an integral part of the history of the region's development, and its golden ears decorate the coat of arms of the Stavropol region and symbolize prosperity. From year to year the region is among the country's leaders in terms of grain yields.

Folk festivals and main events of the region are connected with wheat: the tradition to celebrate the Harvest Day appeared here as early as in the 20s of the last century. In 2024, the Stavropol region will host the All-Russian Field Day - the largest exposition of achievements of the national agro-industrial complex.

The development of agriculture is favored by nature itself: mild winters and a high level of light. The Stavropol region is actively developing the industry, meets most of the needs of the domestic market and is increasing grain supplies to Azerbaijan, Armenia, Belarus, Georgia, Turkey, Uzbekistan, Mongolia, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Israel and others. By the way, at the end of last year the export of agricultural products of Stavropol amounted to 1.4 million tons, which is 86% more than in 2022. Most of it is cereals: wheat and wheat-rye mixture.

In addition to wheat, the region also grows its oldest type - single grain, which is gaining popularity among fans of a healthy lifestyle due to its high protein content. Stavropol is the only place in Russia where this rare plant species, which became one of the progenitors of modern wheat, can be found.

The flowerbed of the Stavropol region is a symbol of careful attitude to natural resources and love for the land. It reminds of the importance of preserving and developing agriculture, which is the basis of prosperity not only for the region, but also for the whole country.