Analysis reveals low technological sovereignty and dependence on imported technologies in agriculture, indicating urgent need for a robust scientific foundation.
Key Points
The country's agricultural sector shows a significant dependence on imported technologies and materials, hindering food security efforts.
Research funding in agriculture is critically low, representing only about 2.0% of total research financing in Russia, contributing to its challenges.
The decline in the number of researchers in agricultural sciences threatens the sector's competitive edge in global markets, as scientific potential wanes.
The shortage of qualified personnel and gaps in scientific continuity call for urgent improvements in agricultural research and education.