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Uzbekistan: Scientific partnership for land restoration and agricultural adaptation in Aral Sea region

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in partnership with the Ministry of Agriculture of Uzbekistan, the Karakalpak Research Institute of Agriculture, and the Rice and Grain Association, convened an international roundtable on “Combating Soil Degradation in the Aral Sea Region and Adaptive Agriculture.” The event brought together leading agricultural experts from Uzbekistan and Russia, representing

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Business & Economy KZ

UNDP and Food Contract Corporation launch forward procurement mechanism for red lentils in north Kazakhstan

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Kazakhstan, in partnership with JSC National Company Food Contract Corporation, has launched a long-term forward procurement mechanism for red lentils to support farmers and promote sustainable agricultural practices in Northern Kazakhstan, UNDP Kazakhstan reported. The initiative is implemented under UNDP’s project “Promoting a Sustainable Agricultural Production System and Conserving

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Business & Economy TJK

EU supports IFAD and Bank Arvand partnership to harness remittances for rural development in Tajikistan

The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and Bank Arvand have signed a grant agreement to invest approximately €445,000 in a new initiative empowering people in rural Tajikistan to transform remittance flows from relatives abroad into sustainable economic opportunities. The REMIT PRIME Central Asia Programme brings together IFAD, the European Union, and other lenders to increase access to remittances and build

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International Affairs UZB

FAO and Uzbekistan sign new partnership agreement

On December 22, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and Uzbekistan signed the FAO–Uzbekistan Country Programming Framework 2026–2030, which is embedded in the United Nations’ strategic priorities in the country and the globally adopted Sustainable Development Goals. The new agreement was signed by Viorel Gutu, FAO Assistant Director-General and Regional Representative

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Business & Economy KZ

Kazakhstan plans to increase oilseed product exports to $1 billion by 2028

Kazakhstan has prepared an Export Roadmap for Processed Oilseed Products for 2026–2028. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, the Roadmap includes steps to expand the raw material base, modernize processing plants, develop logistics, and support farmers. The main goal is to increase the export of processed oilseed products—sunflower oil and sunflower millcake, an important component

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Uzbekistan: Partnership for sustainable, green, and inclusive development in Aral Sea region

The project board meeting of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) project “Enhancing the resilience of the local population and promoting green, inclusive development of the most vulnerable communities in the Aral Sea region” convened last week in Tashkent in partnership with the Ministry of Agriculture of Uzbekistan and the Council of Ministers of the Republic

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EU grants 7 million euros to support agricultural reforms in Uzbekistan

The European Union has disbursed a EUR 7 million grant to the Government of Uzbekistan in support of the continued implementation of the country’s Agricultural Development Strategy 2020–2030. The announcement was made by EU Ambassador to Uzbekistan Toivo Klaar during his meeting with the Minister of Agriculture, Ibrokhim Abdurakhmonov. The meeting provided an opportunity to

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Business & Economy UZB

Uzbekistan plans new support measures for agricultural sector

On December 9, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev reviewed plans on financing for cotton and grain cultivation, as well as a new subsidy system for the agriculture sector. A total of 34.2 trillion soums is planned for the cotton and grain cultivation, subsidies and other expenses next year. Additionally, there are plans to attract an extra $200

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Business & Economy KZ

Chinese company to build Central Asia’s largest cotton cluster in Kazakhstan

The government of Kazakhstan has approved the conclusion of an investment agreement between the Ministry of Agriculture and the Turkestan Cotton Agro-Industrial Complex LLP for the cultivation and processing of cotton in the southern Turkestan region. The project will establish a full production cycle—from growing cotton to producing yarn, fabric, and finished garments. The project’s

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Business & Economy KZ TKM

Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan expand green corridor for vegetables and fruits

Turkmenistan is an important partner of Kazakhstan in Central Asia. Over the past five years, bilateral trade has increased four times and over the last two years, mutual trade has consistently exceeded $500 million, Kazakhstan’s Deputy Prime Minister–Minister of National Economy Serik Zhumangarin said during a meeting with the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of

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Turkish company launches large tomato greenhouse complex in Kazakhstan

Turkey’s Alarko Holding has inaugurated a large tomato greenhouse complex, ALSERA KZ, in Shymkent in south Kazakhstan. The opening ceremony on November 20 was attended by Kazakh Agriculture Minister Aidarbek Saparov and Izzet Garih, Alarko’s Chairman of the Board. Saparov emphasized that Turkey is one of Kazakhstan’s key partners in the agricultural sector, with 14

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Business & Economy TJK

ADB $17 million grant to help digitalize livestock farming in Tajikistan

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved $17 million in grant financing to help Tajikistan digitalize and modernize livestock farming, helping people earn more and improve access to nutritious food. The financing includes a $14 million grant from the Asian Development Fund and a $3 million grant from the Japan Fund for Prosperous and Resilient Asia and

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Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan to plant a ‘Friendship Garden’

Specialists from Uzbekistan have arrived in Kyrgyzstan to prepare a master plan for an “Uzbekistan-Kyrgyzstan Friendship Garden.” The Kyrgyz Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry says it has allocated a 50-hectare land plot in the village of Bash-Kara-Suu near Bishkek for the project with a preliminary cost of $500,000. The funding will be

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Afghanistan approves plan to replace poppy cultivation

The Ministry of Agriculture, Irrigation, and Livestock of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan has announced the approval of a five-year alternative livelihood plan aimed at providing lawful and sustainable economic opportunities for the country’s farmers. This initiative follows the decree of the Islamic Emirate’s leadership banning the cultivation of poppy, TOLOnews reported. According to the

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Business & Economy KZ

Kazakhstan gathers record harvest of grain and other agricultural crops

At a government meeting on November 4, Minister of Agriculture Aidarbek Saparov reported on the results of the 2025 harvesting campaign. “This year has been record-breaking not only for grain but also for the main high-yield and high-demand crops such as legumes and oilseeds, which were prioritized during the diversification of cropland,” Saparov said. According to

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International Affairs TJK

Hand-in-Hand: How FAO showcases sustainable solutions in Tajikistan

The beginning of November marked a moment of unity, inspiration, and tangible results for the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in Tajikistan — as Dushanbe hosted a large-scale event titled “Hand-in-Hand,” bringing together more than fifty of the organization’s partners under one roof. Among the attendees were representatives of government institutions, international

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Business & Economy KZ

Kazakhstan ready to meet Central Asia’s total demand for sunflower oil

The National Association of Oilseed Processors of Kazakhstan and Fayz Oil Imports (Uzbekistan) have signed a memorandum of cooperation. Under the agreement, the Uzbek company during a year plans to purchase $60 million worth of sunflower oil from Kazakh processing plants that are members of the association. According to the Kazakh Ministry of Agriculture, Uzbekistan

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Business & Economy KZ

Kazakhstan increases grain exports to old and new markets

From September 1 to October 19, 2025, Kazakhstan exported 1.6 million tons of grain of this year’s harvest, a 14% increase compared to the same period last year (1.4 million tons), according to the Ministry of Agriculture. Kazakh grain is exported by rail transport. The largest growth in export volumes was to countries of Central

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Business & Economy UZB

EBRD supports Uzbekistan’s agribusiness transformation

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is providing a senior loan of up to €5 million to the Global Export Company, one of the leading exporter of agricultural commodities in Uzbekistan, to support the company’s strategic shift from traditional commodity trading to processing operations that add value. The financing will contribute to Global

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Uzbekistan improves water resources management system

On October 13, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev reviewed measures aimed at digitalizing the water sector and improving the system of water resources’ management. The President ordered to accelerate the digitalization processes in the industry, fully automate accounting and reporting, improve the efficiency of local services, and expand the practice of public-private partnerships. Today, the country has

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