He is the head of an operating peasant (farm) enterprise in Krasnodar.
He graduated from an agricultural technical college with a degree in animal husbandry (zootechnics).
He taught himself farming — he studied from books, and his parents gave him advice and helped him.
In 2012, his farm became a regular participant in the All‑Kuban Fair and received many diplomas and certificates from the Krasnodar city administration.
In 2011, the farm was recognized as the best farming enterprise in Krasnodar.
He currently lives in Krasnodar. He is married, has four children, and eight grandchildren.