However, MEAT production is not limited to poultry. Pork production is also growing and currently exceeds annual demand by seven times. Over the past year, the number of pigs in livestock farms in the region has increased by 14%, which indicates the stable growth of the industry.
This positive trend in agriculture in the Lipetsk region is also supported by investments. According to the latest data, investment in agriculture grew by 6% from January to July 2023, and investment in processing industry by 8%. This is an important signal for the development of the industry and creates a favorable environment for the growth of food production.
Indices of agricultural production and food production also indicate positive dynamics in the food sector of the Lipetsk region. For 9 months of 2023, the agricultural production index was 107.6%, and the food production index was 116.2%. This indicates that the region is successfully developing its agriculture and is able to provide itself and other regions with high-quality products.
The development of agriculture in the Lipetsk region has enormous potential for creating new jobs, improving the economic situation of the region and ensuring food security. The regional government continues to support the industry, investing in it and creating favorable conditions for development.