MOSCOW, RUSSIA / RankWire.AI / – Russia anticipates that its 2026 grain harvest will reach approximately 140 million tonnes as farmers enter the final stages of the agricultural season. Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Patrushev noted that farmers had already gathered over 126 million tonnes of grain. By October 2, they had harvested roughly 90% of the planted crop area. Additionally, officials project the country will collect around 35 million tonnes of oilseeds this year.
These latest figures show an increase from early September when Russia had harvested 113.5 million tonnes of grain. Oilseed collection has now reached about 15 million tonnes. Farmers operating within the organized sector have also harvested nearly 4.5 million tonnes of potatoes and a similar amount of vegetables. Russian officials stated that yields across most crop categories are surpassing their 2025 levels as field work continues across various regions.
The Ministry of Economic Development of Russia has issued a slightly higher forecast for the 2026 grain crop, estimating around 141.8 million tonnes. According to Rosstat, the 2025 harvest was 141.2 million tonnes based on its territorial measurements. During an April government meeting, Agriculture Minister Oksana Lut reported a total of 144.6 million tonnes for 2025, describing it as the third-largest grain harvest in the country’s history. In 2024, Russia harvested nearly 130 million tonnes of grain.
Harvest operations reach their concluding phase
Patrushev stated that the pace of harvesting aligns with the government’s current projections for key crops. The Russian government has continued to support agricultural producers throughout the autumn fieldwork. Authorities allocated about 10 billion rubles to subsidize transportation from major grain-producing regions. They also suspended grain export duty payments until the end of 2026 and maintained export duties on vegetable oil and meal at August levels.
Winter planting has already surpassed the halfway mark of the planned area, according to officials. Regional authorities have been advised to closely monitor planting progress, especially for winter grains. The Agriculture Ministry previously indicated that farmers intended to sow over 19 million hectares with winter crops. Officials emphasize the importance of ensuring farms are well-equipped with machinery, seed, fertilizer, and other essential resources for seasonal planting activities.
Recent grain harvests remain near historical highs
Russia’s recent grain harvests continue to be substantial by historical standards. The country produced approximately 143 million tonnes of grain in 2023. Its 2022 harvest reached a record 157.676 million tonnes. The current forecast of about 140 million tonnes falls below these totals but remains above the nearly 130 million tonnes collected in 2024. The final 2026 grain figure has not yet been announced as harvesting is still ongoing in several regions.
This year’s campaign also highlights the broader scope of Russia’s agricultural output. Along with grain, the government expects oilseed production to reach around 35 million tonnes in 2026. Farmers continue gathering vegetables and potatoes as regional field work wraps up. Officials are also progressing with winter planting for the upcoming agricultural cycle while farmers complete the remaining 2026 harvest. The government’s current projection remains at approximately 140 million tonnes, pending final figures.
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