Greenhouses in Russia

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2025: The area of ​ ​ greenhouses in Russia has grown to 3350 hectares, the production of vegetables in them - up to 1.7 million tons

In 2025, the greenhouse vegetable growing complex of Russia set a new record: the total area of ​ ​ winter greenhouses in the country reached 3350 hectares, and the gross production of vegetables in them - 1.7 million tons. The average yield exceeded 48.7 kg from 1 sq. m, and the level of self-sufficiency of tomatoes and cucumbers amounted to 79.8%. The data were announced by Andrei Medvedev, vice president of the Greenhouses of Russia Association, in January 2026.

According to the Agronews news agency, the growth in indicators was the result of the consistent development of the industry, based on the introduction of modern agricultural technologies and state support. The key factors were the large-scale construction of new high-tech complexes and the modernization of existing capacities.

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The development of the industry is characterized by several key trends. The range is diversified: in addition to traditional tomatoes and cucumbers, greenhouse farms are increasing the production of leafy greens, salads and berries, satisfying the growing consumer demand for a variety of fresh products all year round.

The role of environmental and resource efficiency is increasing. The introduction of integrated plant protection systems, biological pest control methods, as well as closed water circulation systems reduces the burden on the environment and saves resources.

Technological modernization remains the basis for improving productivity. The use of LED extension, automated climate control systems and hydroponic technologies has become the standard for new projects. These solutions contribute to significant energy savings and provide consistently high yields.^[1]

2024

Greenhouse complex for the production of vegetables "Alania" opened in North Ossetia for ₽15 billion

In the Prigorodny district of North Ossetia, the Alania greenhouse complex of the Dynasty group of companies began work with a planned investment of ₽18 billion. The launch of the project was announced by the press service of the regional government on December 16, 2024.

GK "Rost" bought the greenhouse complex "Gusinoozersky" for hundreds of millions of rubles

The Rost group of companies became the owner of the Gusinoozersky greenhouse complex, the Buryatia construction of which began in 2018 and was suspended. This was reported Kommersant by "" on May 31, 2024. More. here

2021: Production of tomatoes and cucumbers in winter greenhouses rose to 1.55 million tons

Director of the National Fruit and Vegetable Union Mikhail Glushkov said that the production of tomatoes and cucumbers in winter greenhouses in 2021 exceeded 1.55 million tons against 1.49 million tons in 2020.

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