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Russia is exploiting the fact that many major wheat produces are experiencing drought conditions this year, and reduced yields. 

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Russian agricultural producers are looking to expand east, and thanks to a lucky break in the weather this year, they stand a chance to gain a good foothold.

Infographic: Russia's Bumper Crop Creates Options

It has been a bumper year for Russia's crops

<div>Major wheat exporters, including Canada, Australia and the United States are experiencing low production estimates this year, mainly thanks to drought conditions. This has given Russia, which experienced a bumper crop this year, a major boost. Moscow has traditionally been a minor player in the Asian wheat markets, but Russian agricultural producers are following other sectors in pursuit of a foothold in the East.</div>

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Moscow Looks to the East

Major wheat exporters, including Canada, Australia and the United States are experiencing low production estimates this year, mainly thanks to drought conditions. This has given Russia, which experienced a bumper crop this year, a major boost. Moscow has traditionally been a minor player in the Asian wheat markets, but Russian agricultural producers are following other sectors in pursuit of a foothold in the East.

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Infographic: Russia's Bumper Crop Creates Options

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