BERLIN, Jan. 24 – Germany has criticized Russia and Ukraine for grain export restrictions, while the two countries explain their measures by the extraordinary situation on the grain market due to heavy drought in 2010 and criticizes the European Union for hindering grain supplies from the CIS states.

The issue was discussed at the forum entitled "Development of Agricultural and Food Industries in Eastern Europe and Central Asia" held on January 21, 2011 in Berlin. The forum was held as a part of the International Green Week (IGW), an international exhibition for the food, agricultural, and horticultural industries.