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Mr. Zhang Hanhui, Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to the Russian Federation, welcomed the invitees. Mr. Ivan Ivanovich Melnikov, First Deputy Chairman of the State Duma of the Russian Federation, spoke on behalf of the Russian side. The speakers noted the strategic nature of the partnership between Russia and China and expressed confidence in the intensive development of Russian-Chinese relations in 2024.
On behalf of the Head of the University, the event was attended by the Head of the Vice-Rector for Science and Innovative Development Aleksey Zhuravlev, Director of the Center for Interuniversity Scientific Communication Ivan Popov and Head of the Department of International Educational Programs Fyodor Voytenkov. During the reception, representatives of the Timiryazev Academy held a number of meetings with the staff of the diplomatic corps of the People's Republic of China and a number of other states.

The invited guests were greeted by the Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to the Russian Federation, Mr. Zhang Hanhui. Representing the Russian side, the First Deputy Chairman of the State Duma of the Russian Federation, Ivan Ivanovich Melnikov, made a speech. The speakers highlighted the strategic nature of the partnership between Russia and China and expressed confidence in the intensive development of Russian-Chinese relations during the year 2024.

On behalf of the university's head, the event was attended by the Chief Vice-Rector for Science and Innovation Development A. Zhuravlev, the Director of the Inter-University Science Communication Center I. Popov, and the Head of the Department of International Educational Programmes F.Voitenkov. During the reception, representatives of the Timiryazev Academy held a number of meetings with members of the diplomatic corps of the People's Republic of China and a number of other states.

“The Best at AGROS” contest traditionally honors the most popular and adapted solutions for the Russian agricultural market.

According to the results of the contest, 3 developments of scientists from the Timiryazev Academy were among the best. In the nomination "Best Scientific Development AGROS-2024", according to the jury, the project on evaluation of the biosafety system of the pig breeding and genetic center, whose authors included the Rector, Academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Professor Vladimir Trukhachev, Professor of the Department of Private Zootechnics Ivan Svinarev and Professor of the Department of Veterinary Medicine Natalia Kulmakova, deserved the highest evaluation. The innovativeness of the development lies in the scientific substantiation of the bio-safety assessment system to improve the efficiency of the pig breeding industry.

In the nomination "The best fodder solution of AGROS-2024" the grand prize was awarded to coriander cake developed by scientists of the University and produced by Alushta essential oilseed farm. It is used for feeding farm birds, rabbits and ruminants.

In the new nomination "Best Veterinary Solution of AGROS-2024" the grand prize was awarded to the method of diagnostics of postpartum dysgalactia syndrome in pigs developed by Evgenia Latynina, Associate Professor of the Department of Veterinary Medicine, and Professor Georgy Dulger. The new method is based on the use of remote infrared thermography of the mammary gland of pigs and suckling piglets.

The agreement provides for interaction between Timiryazev Academy and TAVROS in the sphere of educational activities, realization of scientific, technical and innovative projects. The parties are mutually interested in agro-biotechnology, molecular and cell selection, plant physiology and biochemistry, agrochemistry, soil science, plant protection and protective and stimulating complexes.

TAVROS Group has achieved great results in the industry, and further development will be facilitated by close cooperation with science and education, joint projects to train modern specialists. The head of the university called the choice of the Timiryazev Academy as a partner of the agricultural holding correct and logical.

In 2023, the Timiryazev Academy joined the Code of Ethics in use of AI as part of the annual Artificial Intelligence (AI) Ethics Forum "Generation GPT. The Red Lines". The practical implementation of disciplines in this field is led by the digital department of the Timiryazev Academy across several professional retraining programs.

During the professional development program "Neural Networks in Python", under the direction of Associate Professor Anna Ukolova, participants master the technologies of data collection and analysis in agriculture and the specifics of developing models of artificial neural networks of various architectures. Also they study the fundamentals of neural networks' construction and practical application using the Python programming language for both numerical data and image analysis and video stream processing.

In the professional development program "Artificial Intelligence Methods in Python for Animal Feeding" under the direction of Professor Nikolai Buryakov, participants gain experience in optimizing the diets of agricultural animals using machine learning in Python.

Professional skills in creating and applying big data and machine learning technologies relevant to agrobiotechnology development tasks are acquired through the "Machine Learning Methods in Agrobiotechnology" program. The implementation of the program is led by the university's leading experts - Associate Professors Vadim Demichev and Mikhail Cherednichenko.

Participants of the professional development program "Creating Digital Twins in Hydrotechnics" engage in the development of algorithms to solve the set engineering tasks in hydrotechnics according to the requirements of the technical specification, as well as the development, design, and debugging of program code using elements of artificial intelligence. The program is supervised by Associate Professor Vasily Fartukov.

To develop AI infrastructure at the university, the Research Center for Applied Artificial Intelligence Systems in the Agro-Industrial Complex has been established. The Center focuses on integrating educational, scientific, and industrial practical activities of the university in the field of artificial intelligence to create new high-tech products for industrial consumers in the agricultural sector.

Deputy Director of the Federal State Budgetary Institution "Hydrometeorological Center of the Russian Federation" and Vice-Rector for Science and Innovative Development of Timiryazev Academy addressed the participants of the conference. They noted the scientific and educational potential of the department and wished further increase of the accumulated knowledge of scientists and students in the field of meteorology and climatology.

Head of the Department of Meteorology and Climatology, Doctor of Agricultural Sciences, Professor Alexander Belolyubtsev presented the keynote report of the conference on the theme "Agrometeorology in the system of higher education - history of development and formation in Russian Timiryazev State Agrarian University ".

Young scientists of the University made scientific reports at the breakout session of the conference. The conference ended with a report by first-year student D.N. Falaleeva, symbolizing genuine interest in meteorology on the part of young people.

During the two-day visit, the delegation from the Northwestern University of Agriculture and Forestry of the People's Republic of China discussed the possibility of organizing joint educational programs in two areas - horticulture and landscape design.

On behalf of the Rector of Russian Timiryazev State Agrarian University, Academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Professor Vladimir Ivanovich Trukhachev, the scientists of the university demonstrated to the foreign colleagues a unique campus, spoke about the qualitative changes in the infrastructure of the university, the interaction of the university with the business community and the implementation of the concept of "study-practice-science", told about student research projects and projects of international level, in which Timiryazev Academy takes part. In particular, they talked about the university's activities within the elite track of the program of strategic academic leadership of universities "Priority 2030".

Following the visit, the parties agreed to develop a draft cooperation agreement and a roadmap for each of the areas of joint work.

Northwest University of Agriculture and Forestry is a key Chinese national educational university under the Ministry of Education of the People's Republic of China. Supported by the Ministry of Education's "Project 985" and "Project 211", it is one of the universities listed in the national "World Class University and First Class Discipline" project.

The joint project will last four years. It is planned to enter the CIS and non-CIS markets with domestic rapeseed.
At present, Russia has conditions of high dependence of rapeseed cultivation, rapeseed oil production and the subsequent product chain on the import of foreign seed. Against the background of unstable supplies and cost uncertainty, the exclusion of production risks can only be associated with self-sufficiency and import substitution in the seed market.
Winter rapeseed is an oilseed crop whose seeds are used in cooking, cosmetology, medicine, soap production, lubricants and biofuels. In 2022, rapeseed seed import costs increased by 15 million dollars compared to 2021, and in 2023, the value of imported supplies renewed record highs again.
Group of Companies "SOYUZSNAB" is a leading manufacturer and supplier of ingredients for all sectors of the food industry. Since 1991, the holding has been supplying products to manufacturers in Russia and abroad - China, India, the CIS and the Middle East.

Welcoming the participants, Rector Vladimir I. Trukhachev noted that Timiryazevka is rightfully an international university, because today 1047 foreign citizens from 80 countries are studying here. Timiryazev Academy is a comfortable university for foreign students. Tens of thousands of citizens from Europe, Asia, Africa and America have studied at the university.
All guests of the festival could visit the exhibition with pieces from all over the world. Thus, students from the Republic of Burundi decorated the exposition with samples of wicker baskets of various shapes and household utensils brought from their homeland. Natives of Afghanistan presented elements of national dress and specialties. Among the exhibits were handmade wooden statuettes and handicrafts, talismans and amulets, musical instruments.

The meeting between Rector of Russian State Agrarian University – Moscow Timiryazev Agricultural Academy and the Minister Counselor of the Embassy of the People's Republic of China was held in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Despite the fact that currently Russian State Agrarian University – Moscow Timiryazev Agricultural Academy is carrying out joint educational and research activities under nine agreements with Chinese universities, the parties were unanimous: there is a lot of opportunities to expand cooperation.
Rector Vladimir Trukhachev told Mr. Cao Shihai about the unique campus, qualitative changes in the infrastructure of the university and projects of international level, in which Russian State Agrarian University – Moscow Timiryazev Agricultural Academy takes part. In particular, he spoke about the university's activities within the elite track of the program of strategic academic leadership of universities "Priority 2030" and the world-class scientific center "Agrotechnologies of the Future".
Vladimir Trukhachev expressed his readiness to promote the establishment of mutually beneficial relations of Russian State Agrarian University – Moscow Timiryazev Agricultural Academy with scientific and educational organizations of China, the development of academic mobility programs for students and teachers, work to increase the number of Chinese students in Timiryazev Academy. Today, 219 citizens from China study at the university.
In turn, Mr. Cao Shihai thanked Rector Vladimir Trukhachev for the warm welcome and commitment to strengthening cooperation with Chinese universities. The diplomat emphasized the responsible attitude Timiryazev Academy to Chinese students, their quality education and creation of comfortable daily life.
The Minister Counselor said that today more than 3000 contracts and agreements have been concluded between Russian and Chinese universities. There are 116 joint educational projects. Mr. Cao Shihai expressed the readiness of the Embassy of the People's Republic of China to assist in the development of relations between Russian State Agrarian University – Moscow Timiryazev Agricultural Academy and Chinese colleagues in academic and scientific-educational spheres, training of specialists.
As a result of the meeting, the parties outlined specific directions for strengthening cooperation in science and education.
Within the framework of the visit the delegation of the Embassy of the People's Republic of China got acquainted with the university campus. The guests were given a tour of the renovated Fruit Station, the Center for Collective Use, the Central Library named after Nikolay Zheleznov, the created co-working space in the administrative building, the Historical Park, the fitness center and the student canteen.
In addition to Minister Counselor Cao Shihai, the delegation of the Embassy of the People's Republic of China included First Secretaries of the Embassy of the People's Republic of China Cai Hui and Wang Zhe.
On the Russian side, the meeting was attended by vice-rectors, scientists and specialists of the Department of International Educational Programs and the Department of Scientific and Innovative Activities of Russian State Agrarian University – Moscow Timiryazev Agricultural Academy v.