Russia retains top global wheat exporter status

In 2025, Russia exported 41 mln metric tons of wheat, maintaining its position as the world’s leading wheat exporter, Russian Agriculture Minister Oksana Lut said at the World Grain and Pulses Forum.

Russia’s grain harvest amounted to around 140 mln tons in 2025, including 91 mln tons of wheat, she noted.

"From the standpoint of grain exports, shipments totaled 50 mln metric tons last year, including 41 mln metric tons of wheat, allowing Russia to retain first place globally in wheat exports," Oksana Lut said.

The minister also noted that 78% of wheat exports go to countries in Africa and the Middle East.

According to her, based on the 2025 harvest volume, the export potential in 2026 is estimated at 55 mln tons.

"I think we have already earned a certain amount of respect and authority worldwide in terms of grain supplies, and we do not plan to deviate from this path," Lut said.