One of Russias problems is their outdated agricultural system, which really hasn't changed that much from Soviet days. Notice how the pesticides are still provided and spread by the government in that news clip? No wonder they can't react fast enough.
(Also, I wouldn't touch those crops anymore. Somehow I don't think the Russian government is the type that would be concerned about what those "powerful pesticides" they're spreading in big doses would do to people. And wildlife.)
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