Russia Starts Growing Bananas at Home
The Russian government has taken a step towards diversifying its agriculture by announcing plans to grow bananas domestically. The initiative, which was first discussed in November 2024, aims to cultivate exotic fruits in the country.
Minister of Agriculture Oksana Lut has been a driving force behind this project. She recently announced the start of construction on Russia's first banana greenhouse. This marks a significant development in the trend that began last year.
The project's goal is to grow a variety of exotic fruits, with bananas being a key focus. In July 2025, the Russian government officially recognized this endeavor by including bananas in its list of agricultural products, providing official support for the development of this area. Minister Lut sees this as a testament to the potential of Russian agriculture to grow a wide variety of crops.
The construction of the first banana greenhouse signals Russia's commitment to expanding its agricultural horizons. While details about the project's scale and timeline remain scarce, the official recognition of bananas as an agricultural product indicates a serious approach to this innovative endeavor.
