Michurinsk, Agricultural research center in Tambov Oblast, Russia
Michurinsk is a town in Michurinsky District of Tambov Oblast, Russia, located roughly halfway between Moscow and the southern boundary of the region. The townscape features wide avenues lined with fruit trees, low residential buildings, and large research complexes with greenhouses.
The settlement emerged in 1635 under the name Kozlov as a fortified outpost on the defensive line against southern raids. Following the Soviet era, the place received its current name in 1932 in honor of the scientist who worked here.
The town bears the name of Russian plant breeder Ivan Michurin, whose pioneering work in fruit breeding shaped the identity of the place. Visitors today can see the scientific institutions that continue his work and collaborate with local orchards.
The town sits along major rail and highway routes, so travelers can reach it on journeys between Moscow and the more southern parts of Russia. Those interested in botany will find the months from May to September the best time to visit, when gardens and experimental fields are in full bloom.
In the local laboratories, researchers still breed apple and pear varieties that withstand extreme winter temperatures while keeping good flavor. This work began in the early decades of the 20th century and continues to deliver results for fruit growers in cold regions.
Location: Michurinsky District
Inception: 1635
Elevation above the sea: 150 m
Website: http://мичуринск-наукоград.рф
GPS coordinates: 52.89222,40.49278
Latest update: December 4, 2025 23:04
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