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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.

For four years, Russian State Agrarian university – Moscow Timiryazev Agricultural Academy has been in the leading first place in the ranking of agricultural universities.
43 higher educational institutions of the Ministry of Agriculture were represented in the annual ranking.
The effectiveness of universities was assessed by 7 main types of activities – educational, research, international, financial, economic and educational, as well as industry and additional parameters. The number of publications and the citation index, the number of intellectual property objects, the employment of graduates, the number of foreign students, infrastructure, sports achievements, etc. were taken into account.
Top 10 rating of educational institutions of higher education of the Ministry of Agriculture of Russia:
1. Russian State Agrarian University – Moscow Timiryazev Agricultural Academy
2. Vavilov University
3. Kuban State University
4. Omsk State University
5. Belgorod State University
6. Stavropol State University
7. Donskoy State University
8. Krasnoyarsk State University
9. Bashkirian State University
10. Ryazan State University

Efim Liskun is rightly called the founder of domestic zootechny. He was ahead of the time for many years and realized that the future of livestock breeding is behind the improvement and metization of domestic breeds.
Heading the section of animal breeding in All-Union Academy of Agricultural Sciences named after Lenin, the academician led a number of major scientific works on feeding of farm animals, issues of breeding selection work in cattle breeding, pig breeding, horse breeding, poultry farming. Under his leadership, feeding norms were developed both for adult farm animals and for young animals.
The scientific life of the scientist was inextricably linked with Russian State Agrarian University – Moscow Timiryazev Agricultural Academy, of which he was a graduate and professor. Efim Liskun headed the Department of Private Zootechny (1923–1936), the Department of Cattle (1936-1958), he also held the positions of Dean of the Faculty and Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs.
Academician Liskun collected a unique craniological collection of farm animals, which he donated to Russian State Agrarian University – Moscow Timiryazev Agricultural Academy. In 1950, the State Museum of Animal Husbandry, which bears his name, was organized on the basis of the collection.
On behalf of Rector of Russian State Agrarian University – Moscow Timiryazev Agricultural Academy, Academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Professor Vladimir Trukhachev, Alexey Vladimirovich Zhuravlev, Vice-Rector for Science and Innovative Development, addressed the participants of the symposium.
– During the years of his life Efim Liskun created a huge scientific and pedagogical school. More than 70 thousand zootechnicians of the highest qualification, as well as 75 candidates and 26 doctors of agricultural sciences came out of it. Relying on the traditions established by the illustrious academician, teachers and staff of Timiryazev Academy continue to make a significant contribution to the development of agriculture in Russia, – said the Vice-Rector. – I wish all participants of the conference fruitful work, open dialog, and innovative ideas!
A great merit of Efim Liskun was the creation of the All-Union Institute of Animal Husbandry in 1929, which he headed for many years. The Institute became the main scientific center of animal breeding in the Soviet Union, and to this day holds leading positions in Russia.
In her report, Natalia Zinovieva, Director of the Federal Research Center for Animal Husbandry – L.K. Ernst Livestock Research Institute, Academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Professor, told how the works of Efm Liskun influenced the current activities of the scientific institution. The contribution of the Institute to the development of domestic livestock breeding is appreciated by the leadership of the state, as evidenced by the instruction of the President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin on the establishment on the basis of the Institute. Putin on the establishment of a national bioresource center for farm animals and their wild related species on the basis of the Institute.
Acting Director of the Institute of Zootechny and Biology Sergey Akchurin read out the congratulatory address of the Russian Academy of Sciences.
– I wish the participants of the symposium, especially young scientists, to direct their work to the development of breeding, introduction of high technologies, creation of digital platforms, to widely disseminate and implement the experience of advanced farms and scientific achievements. To do everything to make Russia a leader in the global food market and to ensure food security of the country, – he said in the address of the Deputy President of the Russian Academy of Sciences Pyotr Chekmarev.
The participants of the plenary session of the symposium were presented a documentary film and an exhibition dedicated to the life and work of Efim Liskun. Their inspirer, Director of the State Museum of Animal Husbandry Oksana Boronetskaya presented a report on the historical heritage of the outstanding scientist.
The moderator of the plenary session was Professor Yusupzhan Yuldashbaev, Professor of the Department of Private Animal Science, Academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences, and the speakers were representatives of the academic community, leading scientists from universities of Russia, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan.
Within the framework of the symposium, a number of international scientific conferences will be held at two venues at once - Russian State Agrarian University – Moscow Timiryazev Agricultural Academy and L.K. Ernst Livestock Research Institute.

The role of language training in molding a contemporary professional is crucial. Competence in foreign languages ensures graduates' mobility and boosts their competitiveness in the job market. The mission of the Department of Foreign and Russian Languages is to develop professionals capable of conducting cross-cultural communication in the global arena, with a particular focus on the professional sphere.
In its centennial year of 2023, the department's team comprehends its mission thoroughly and commits all endeavors to tackle the challenges confronting the higher education system.
The department's mission extends beyond teaching foreign languages; it encompasses research on linguistic matters and professional linguodidactics. The team actively engages in grant projects related to translation and communication with foreign partners, evaluates cutting-edge teaching technologies, and fosters the establishment and upkeep of an extensive network of partnerships with domestic and foreign universities.
On behalf of Rector of Russian State Agrarian University - Moscow Timiryazev Agricultural Academy, Academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Professor Vladimir Trukhachev, the participants of the conference were congratulated on the significant anniversary by the Advisor to the Rectorate, Doctor of Agricultural Sciences Ivan Svinarev. He emphasized the critical importance of proficiency in foreign languages as an avenue for addressing significant scientific challenges and making discoveries. Additionally, Svinarev highlighted its role as a tool to reflect the evolving needs of society and align with the dynamics of the labor market.
Deputy Director for Science Yulia Romantseva conveyed heartfelt wishes for well-being, prosperity, and pedagogical and scientific development on behalf of the Directorate of the Institute of Economics and Management of the Agro-Industrial Complex. Acting Head of the Department of Public Relations and Speech Communication, Elena Gnezdilova, also extended similar wishes.
As part of the conference, an exhibition presented educational and methodological materials developed by the Department of Foreign and Russian Languages. Head of the Department Alexey Zaytsev delivered a video presentation highlighting the century-long history of the department.
The plenary session featured presentations from representatives of both domestic and foreign educational and scientific institutions. Notable speakers included Deputy Head of the Center of Moral Education and Personality of the Russian Academy of Education Andrey Kuznetsov; Head of the Department of Modern Translation Techniques at Minsk State Linguistic University Olga Zheleznyakova; Senior Lecturer of the Department of Socio-Economic Disciplines at Kostanay Engineering and Economics University named after M.Dulatov Gulziya Yeskatova; and Aerospace Industry Security Analyst, Senior Lecturer at the Russian International Academy for Tourism Alexander Simdikov.
Three sections were conducted, with more than 80 presenters, including participants joining remotely online. Apart from Russian State Agrarian University - Moscow Timiryazev Agricultural Academy, participating universities included Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation, Linguistics University of Nizhny Novgorod, Brest State A. Pushkin University, Pskov State University, Southern Federal University, Bryansk State Academician I.G. Petrovski University, Volga State University of Technology, Belgorod State Agricultural University named after V. Gorin, Moscow Region State Pedagogical University, and others.
The concepts highlighted in the presentations received enthusiastic endorsement from fellow participants, igniting interest in continued scientific exploration within the discussed realms. The conference organizers conveyed appreciation to all colleagues for their valuable contributions and expressed hope for sustained collaboration in both the scientific and professional domains.

Thanks to its compact layout, the apothecary garden features common medicinal plants such as bitter wormwood, motherwort, marigold, valerian and melissa. You may also see lemon monarda, canupera or balsam fir at the site.
Elena Malankina, Professor of the Department of Vegeculture, Eugenia Zuikova's scientific supervisor, notes that these aromatic plants contain unusual essential oils: "For example, canuper has been known since Ancient Rome and was used to make 'balsamic oil', as a seasoning for cheese, pickles. As a medicinal plant, it can improve digestion in this era of "snacks and on fast food on the go". Lemon monarda is a wonderful ingredient for flavoring black or green tea, as well as traditional Russian cold drinks - compote, kvass. In addition, its essential oil has a strong antimicrobial effect, which is so important in the season of colds.
Next year Eugenia Zuikova is going to double the size of the plot of apothecary vegetable garden. Its collection will be enriched with Baikal shlemnik, evasive peony, purple foxglove, woolly foxglove and some others.

In today's world, more and more attention is paid to the development of technologies that help to optimize processes in various industries. There is also such a necessity in agribusiness, which is why there is a growing interest in digital solutions. In this context, Almir Fazrakhmanov developed his project "Agrosales" to solve the global problems of agronomists.
"The main problem in agriculture is time. And our service will save this precious resource at every stage of procurement and realization of produce. We will also use the certification systems of FSIS "Zerno" and FSIS "Saturn", which will further secure the consumer," said Almir Fazrakhmanov.
The startup's goals are to optimize logistics, establish horizontal links between producers from different regions of the country, increase the percentage of transactions in e-com, create a convenient platform for all market participants and reduce the time to conclude a transaction. "Agrosales" will help agronomists literally at all stages: purchase and sale of seeds, fertilizers, plant protection products, final products and so on. Buyers in turn will be able to choose from a larger number of sellers and find the most favorable options.
Verification and certification of suppliers, protection of transactions through the escrow system, automation of processes and reduction of risks of errors in documents due to electronic document management will help to increase trust and security in transactions in the new agricultural marketplace. It is also planned to develop a rating system for sellers and buyers, which will be based on several factors such as timeliness of fulfillment of obligations and quality of service.
The introduction of neural networks (AI) into the application's logistics process will allow for data analysis, taking into account such factors as distance, road conditions, delivery time and load on transportation networks. The system will track the purchasing behavior and preferences of each user and then suggest relevant products and services to them. Adding social network functions will facilitate direct communication between agricultural producers and customers.
According to the author, the project should cover not only the entire agro-industrial business in Russia, but also the BRICS countries. The main clients of the marketplace will be producers and processors of agricultural produce. The system will be useful for both large retailers and small businesses and farms.