Russian Federation: Paddy Rice Market 2025

Paddy Rice Market Size in the Russian Federation

In 2021, after three years of growth, there was decline in the Russian paddy rice market, when its value decreased by -3.5% to $X. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +2.7% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. Paddy rice consumption peaked at $X in 2020, and then declined in the following year.

Paddy Rice Production in the Russian Federation

In value terms, paddy rice production dropped to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +1.1% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the production volume increased by 17% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2020, and then fell in the following year.

The average yield of paddy rice in Russia fell to X tons per ha in 2021, approximately equating 2020 figures. Over the period under review, the yield, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 8.4%. The paddy rice yield peaked at X tons per ha in 2020, and then contracted in the following year. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

The paddy rice harvested area in Russia contracted to X ha in 2021, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year's figure. In general, the harvested area, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 5.8% against the previous year. The paddy rice harvested area peaked at X ha in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the harvested area stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Paddy Rice Exports

Exports from the Russian Federation

In 2021, shipments abroad of paddy rice decreased by -33.4% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a drastic downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by 73% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, paddy rice exports reduced notably to $X in 2021. In general, exports faced a deep reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of 80% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Turkey (X tons) was the main destination for paddy rice exports from Russia, with a approx. 98% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Turkey stood at -5.7%.

In value terms, Turkey ($X) also remains the key foreign market for paddy rice exports from Russia.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Turkey totaled -3.1%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average paddy rice export price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 9.3% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.8%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 11%. The export price peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Turkey.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Turkey amounted to +2.7% per year.

Paddy Rice Imports

Imports into the Russian Federation

In 2021, supplies from abroad of paddy rice decreased by -40.5% to X tons, falling for the third consecutive year after three years of growth. Overall, imports continue to indicate a pronounced decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 84%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, paddy rice imports dropped significantly to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, showed a noticeable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 118%. Imports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Italy (X tons) constituted the largest paddy rice supplier to Russia, accounting for a 72% share of total imports. Moreover, paddy rice imports from Italy exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Turkey (X tons), threefold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Italy stood at +30.1%.

In value terms, Italy ($X) constituted the largest supplier of paddy rice to Russia, comprising 82% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Turkey ($X), with an 18% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Italy totaled +28.0%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average paddy rice import price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 30% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price enjoyed a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 162%. The import price peaked in 2021 and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per ton), while the price for Turkey stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Turkey (+1.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Source: IndexBox Platform

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