Baza: Russia was the primary market for Armenian dairy products; the industry could lose around $16 million annually

Rosselkhoznadzor’s ban on the import of Armenian dairy products could cost the republic's producers approximately $16 million a year, according to the Telegram channel Baza.

The channel reports that the Russian market was key for Armenian dairy producers. In 2025, Armenia’s dairy exports totaled around $20 million, with shipments to Russia accounting for $15.96 million. In other words, the Russian market generated nearly 80% of the industry's total export revenue.

The ban could prove most damaging for cheese producers. According to Baza, Armenia exported $13.5 million worth of cheese last year, with 82.5% of that volume going to Russia.

If the restrictions remain in place, cheesemakers will be among those suffering the heaviest financial losses, as quickly finding a replacement for such a major sales market will be difficult.

As a reminder, Rosselkhoznadzor imposed the ban on Armenian dairy imports following inspections of several facilities in the country. The agency stated that the inspections revealed violations related to the production of goods destined for the Russian market.

This ban is the latest in a series of restrictions on Armenian imports. Since late May, Russia has progressively banned the import or sale of flowers, Jermuk mineral water, products from three Armenian wine and brandy producers, and subsequently, vegetables, fruit, fish, and other regulated goods.

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