IDMA Russia, the International Flour, Feed, Corn, Semolina, Rice, Bulghur Milling Machinery & Pulses, Pasta, Biscuit Technologies Exhibition, is the most significant specialized event for the grain processing industry in Russia and the wider Eurasian region. Originally born in the wheat-growing heartlands of Turkey, where it has set the pace for milling for over two decades, IDMA has expanded into the strategic Russian market to meet the growing demand for state-of-the-art processing technologies and forge vital international business connections.
The latest edition, IDMA Russia 2025, took place from September 25 to 27 at the Crocus Expo International Exhibition Center in Moscow and was a resounding success, highlighting the industry’s dynamism. Looking ahead, the upcoming 2026 edition is scheduled for 23-25 September and promises to be an even larger gathering.
A Comprehensive Exhibition for the Entire Grain Processing Value Chain
IDMA Russia offers a comprehensive platform for the entire grain processing and feed production sector. The exhibition covers all key areas, from raw material handling to the final product, including:
- Milling Technologies: Flour, semolina, corn, and rice milling machinery and equipment.
- Feed Production: Technologies for compound feed manufacturing.
- Grain Storage and Handling: Advanced silos, automation, and logistics solutions.
- Processing Innovations: Technologies for pulses, pasta, and biscuit production.
- Ancillary Equipment: Spare parts, quality assurance systems, and energy-efficient solutions.
A Strategic Hub in a Key Market
Russia’s position as a global leader in grain production and export makes it a focal point for the industry. With its deep-rooted milling traditions and annual wheat production of 80 to 100 million tons, the country presents immense opportunities for modernization and expansion. The shift from raw grain exports to higher-value processed products like flour and feed is a key driver for investment in new technologies, a need that IDMA Russia directly addresses.
Key Statistics:
- 2024 Wheat Production: 80-100 million tons, with Russia ranking among the top global producers.
- 2024 Flour Production: 9.9 million tons, with exports increasing by over 460% in the past two years to 1.17 million tons.
- Compound Feed Capacity: Approximately 42 million tons, with significant potential for growth as the industry expands into more sophisticated production models.
Strong Turkish and International Presence
IDMA Russia has quickly become a central meeting point for international technology providers and regional buyers. The 2025 edition saw a particularly robust presence from Turkish, Chinese, and South Korean brands, reflecting their deep understanding of the Russian market’s needs and their ability to offer competitive, high-quality machinery.
Key Highlights from IDMA Russia 2025:
- Strong Turkish Participation: The exhibition effectively bridged the gap between the high-quality Turkish machinery sector and the vast Russian grain processing industry. Industry leaders, including TUSAF (Turkey Flour Industrialists’ Federation) and DESMÜD (Association of Mill and Sector Machinery Manufacturers), participated and voiced strong support for the event, stating it met their high expectations and was crucial for serving this strategic market. Zeki Demirtaşoğlu, Chairman of DESMÜD, noted, “Since Russia has been shifting from raw material sales to semi-finished and finished product sales… Turkey’s industrial sector, which manufactures at European quality levels and is right next door, can be trusted”.
- Positive Exhibitor Feedback: The quality of the visitor profile was a major point of praise. Exhibitors remarked that visitors “knew exactly why they were here and what they wanted to accomplish,” making the B2B meetings exceptionally productive. One participant emphasized the gap IDMA has filled, stating, “Before IDMA, there was no specialized exhibition in Russia addressing flour mills”.
A Confluence of Academia and Industry
Alongside the commercial exhibition, the IDMA Russia conference programme adds a vital academic and strategic dimension. The XXIII International Business Conference, “Miller-2025,” was organized in cooperation with the Russian Union of Flour Mills and Grain Enterprises and the International Industrial Academy. This event, which hosted 276 executives and experts from 22 regions of Russia and 7 countries, provided crucial insights into the industry’s economic scale, potential, and modernization pathways, further cementing IDMA Russia’s role as the industry’s “trendsetting fair”.
IDMA Russia has quickly solidified its position as the premier platform for the Russian grain processing and feed industry. It provides a critical venue for international technology providers to enter one of the world’s most important agricultural markets and for regional producers to upgrade their facilities and stay ahead of the competition. With the 2026 edition just around the corner, it remains a pivotal event for networking, business development, and showcasing the innovations that will drive the industry forward.
