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The World Cup is nearing its final stages in July 2018 – but the Russian food and drink industry will continue pumping out foodstuffs and news stories long after the tournament is over. Let’s dive into the sector once more for a roundup of July 2018’s new stories.

With the FIFA 2018 World Cup group stages coming to a close at the time of writing, we’re halfway through the tournament. It’s been an action-packed fortnight of football – but what about the food?

Serbia is well placed to enjoy a thriving food and drink trade with Russia. It holds a number of advantages over other European countries, and produces what Russian consumers want in large quantities.

As Russia’s import embargo shows no signs of relaxing any time soon, a tiny Atlantic archipelago has scored a big seafood supply coup. The Faroe Islands is taking over.

At the time of writing it’s June 2018 – which means the 2018 FIFA World Cup is just about to kick off! Russia is this year’s host nation. The country is going football mad, and the food & drink sector is no different.

Far from being overshadowed by neighbour Germany when it comes to European food and drink exports to Russia, Switzerland and Austria are more than holding their ground on the market.

At each edition of the WorldFood Moscow international food and drink exhibition, brands from the Republic of Korea are always well represented. South Korea’s culinary charms are gaining traction worldwide – and its next destination is Russia.

May in Russia’s food and drink industry brings some interesting news, including a new product line from a true gourmand, World Cup news, and a welcome return to the market for some old Turkish favourites.

Germany exports more food and drink items to Russia than any other EU nation – and sanctions don’t seem to be diminishing Deutsche dominance. Compared with other countries, Russia’s import market is far from closed to German produce.

From the sticky to the chewy to the chocolaty, Russians love a sweet treat. That’s why confectionery is big business in the world’s largest country, and the sector itself represents a great space for foreign firms to expand their international market share in Russia.