On October 11, Vladimir Putin will chair a meeting on scientific and technical support of agro-industrial sector development 2021-10-10 15:00:00 Participants in the meeting will discuss the implementation of the Federal Programme for Agricultural Development until 2025, as well as issues related to reaching food self-sufficiency with respect to the seeds of the agricultural crops grown in Russia, manufacturing of agricultural machinery and equipment, in addition to measures designed to create a modern system for the training of research and pedagogical staff of the sector. The meeting will be attended by representatives of major agro-industrial holdings, relevant research and educational facilities, as well as Government members and a number of regional leaders.