The government has prepared a new national project titled ‘Technological Support for the Bioeconomy.’ Its main goal is to build a strong and competitive bioindustry, restoring Russia’s position among the global leaders. According to Kurchatov Institute National Research Center, technological dependence on imports in this sector currently stands at about 80%, as most of the biotechnologies in use were originally developed abroad. The introduction of sanctions has significantly worsened the situation across all industries, with the agro-industrial complex among the hardest hit. This makes biotechnology not only a matter of economic growth but also of food security.
The document covers the entire life cycle of the industry—from scientific research to industrial production, and from workforce training to the development of standards and methodologies. It also outlines thematic focus areas: these include medicine and pharmaceuticals, which account for more than half of the biotechnology market comprising materials for vaccines, hormones, and antibiotics.
The importance of biotechnology in agriculture cannot be overstated. It involves the development of enzyme-based products, feed additives, and the use of biotechnological methods to produce crops and livestock with improved traits.
In the energy sector, the focus is primarily on biofuels — though demand for them remains relatively low at present.
Finally, the project covers waste disposal and recycling. These technologies will help address the challenges of wastewater treatment and bioremediation of contaminated land.
The Ministry of Industry and Trade will determine which companies, in which regions, and with which technologies will be eligible to participate in the national project. A comprehensive list must be coordinated with all relevant agencies by the end of June. Funding for each participant will be scheduled and allocated annually, rather than issued as a one-time payment—an approach that is especially important for areas where several years may pass between concept and implementation. Moreover, every stage of each project will undergo objective evaluation.
As for workforce development, the list of universities that will serve as centers for scientific research and lead the training of specialists is expected to be announced by the start of the next admissions cycle.
The document covers the entire life cycle of the industry—from scientific research to industrial production, and from workforce training to the development of standards and methodologies. It also outlines thematic focus areas: these include medicine and pharmaceuticals, which account for more than half of the biotechnology market comprising materials for vaccines, hormones, and antibiotics.
The importance of biotechnology in agriculture cannot be overstated. It involves the development of enzyme-based products, feed additives, and the use of biotechnological methods to produce crops and livestock with improved traits.
In the energy sector, the focus is primarily on biofuels — though demand for them remains relatively low at present.
Finally, the project covers waste disposal and recycling. These technologies will help address the challenges of wastewater treatment and bioremediation of contaminated land.
The Ministry of Industry and Trade will determine which companies, in which regions, and with which technologies will be eligible to participate in the national project. A comprehensive list must be coordinated with all relevant agencies by the end of June. Funding for each participant will be scheduled and allocated annually, rather than issued as a one-time payment—an approach that is especially important for areas where several years may pass between concept and implementation. Moreover, every stage of each project will undergo objective evaluation.
As for workforce development, the list of universities that will serve as centers for scientific research and lead the training of specialists is expected to be announced by the start of the next admissions cycle.