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Agriculture

Since the beginning of the year, Kyrgyzstan has purchased pasta products from Tajikistan for $1.5 million

According to information provided by the National Statistical Committee, there has been a 2% increase in pasta imports during the first nine months of 2025. From January to September, Kyrgyzstan imported 3,600 tons of pasta products from eight different countries. The total value of this import exceeded 6 million dollars. In comparison, during the same period in 2024, 3,500 tons were imported worth 5.6 million dollars, which also confirms a 2% increase.

11.12.2025, 14:59
Agriculture

In Bishkek, the international conference "Water, Mountains, and Glaciers of the Kyrgyz Republic: A Sustainable Future" is taking place.

- Today, December 10, an international conference dedicated to the issues of "Water, Mountains, and Glaciers of the Kyrgyz Republic: A Sustainable Future" has commenced in Bishkek. Within the framework of the event, three key areas will be addressed, which play an important role in ensuring the sustainable development of the country:

10.12.2025, 12:46
Agriculture

Wheat harvest in Russia in the 2025/26 season will increase by 7%, - USDA

- According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the wheat harvest forecast in Russia has been revised. The updated information was presented on December 9. According to the new estimate, Russian farmers are expected to harvest 87.5 million tons of wheat, which is 1% more than indicated in November and 7% higher than last season's harvest level.

10.12.2025, 11:52
Agriculture

FAO has transferred drip irrigation equipment to the breeding center of Kyrgyzstan

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) representation in Kyrgyzstan has transferred equipment for a drip irrigation system to the Kyrgyz Experimental Breeding Center. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic. The transferred equipment includes a drip irrigation system designed for a plot of 5 hectares, as well as three tanks, each capable of holding 5 tons of water.

09.12.2025, 16:54
Agriculture

The Ministry of Agriculture urges farmers to switch to winter sowing of wheat and barley

In 2025, Kyrgyzstan has already sown over 60% of the planned areas for winter crops. This was reported on the air by Turat Idirisov, head of the Department of Crop Production, Horticulture, and Cooperation in the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Food Processing Industry. According to Idirisov, the ministry has set a goal this year to convince farmers of the necessity to switch to a winter cropping system for 100% of wheat and barley sowings. More than 500,000 hectares of grains are

09.12.2025, 13:57
Agriculture

At the "Ak-Tilek" Checkpoint, a cargo with 6.5 tons of fish products from Iran was not allowed through

- At the checkpoint "Ak-Tilek," located in the Chui region, an attempt to import 6480 kg of fish from the Islamic Republic of Iran into Kyrgyzstan was stopped. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture. During the inspection, employees of the border veterinary control point found discrepancies with the veterinary and sanitary requirements established within the framework of the EAEU. After confirming the violation of standards, a report was drawn up for the

09.12.2025, 13:56
Agriculture

State Veterinary Inspection: Agricultural Animals Are Not Allowed on the Marketplace Without Documents

According to information from the service, checks are being conducted in the markets for the presence of ear tags on cattle and chips on horses. Animals that do not have the necessary documents will not be allowed into the trading areas. Penalties are provided for violations: 5,500 soms for individuals and 17,500 soms for legal entities. Furthermore, drivers are prohibited from transporting livestock without the appropriate accompanying documents. "Our specialists are conducting raids and

09.12.2025, 13:23
Agriculture

Harvesting in Kyrgyzstan is coming to an end: 98-99% of agricultural crops have already been gathered, - Ministry of Agriculture

- In Kyrgyzstan, the harvest for the year 2025 has currently been completed, with 98-99% of all agricultural crops collected. This was reported on the air by Turat Idirisov, head of the Department of Crop Production, Horticulture, and Cooperation of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. As noted by Idirisov, the season was challenging due to high temperatures and a lack of moisture, which negatively affected the yield of rain-fed lands. While the harvest of

09.12.2025, 12:23
Agriculture

Maksat Kocherov Appointed Director of the Department of Chemicalization, Plant Protection, and Quarantine at the Ministry of Agriculture

- Maksat Avangardovich Kocherov has been appointed as the director of the Department of Chemicalization, Plant Protection, and Quarantine, which is under the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. This decision was made by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaliev. Kocherov's appointment became possible thanks to the proposal of Bakyt Torobaev, who holds the position of Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of

09.12.2025, 11:20
Agriculture

In Osh Region, a company was fined 117,000 soms for violating the requirements of the water protection zone of the "Zhekelik" canal.

- LLC "Firm MPA" was fined 117,000 soms for violating regulations concerning water protection zones. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture. As a result of the inspection, it was found that the company was conducting its activities in the water protection zone of the "Zhekelik" canal without the necessary permits. For this violation, the firm received a fine of 100,000 soms under Article 149 of the KR Code "On Violations,"

09.12.2025, 09:46
Agriculture

The Cabinet approved a new list of seasonal work

- On November 24, 2025, the Cabinet of Ministers signed resolution No. 752, which approved the list of seasonal works. The Cabinet also canceled a number of previous decisions related to this topic, including the resolution dated November 1, 2001, No. 679, and its subsequent amendments made in 2006.

09.12.2025, 08:18
Agriculture

Oryol Region of the Russian Federation exported 11 thousand tons of sugar beet pulp to China, Belarus, and Kyrgyzstan in 2025

- Since the beginning of this year, under the supervision of the Rosselkhoznadzor Administration for the Oryol and Kursk regions, over 600 batches of goods have been exported from the Oryol region, which underwent mandatory veterinary inspection. The total weight of the exported goods amounted to 20.6 thousand tons, according to information provided by Rosselkhoznadzor. Primarily, the export consisted of plant-based feed additives:

08.12.2025, 13:58
Agriculture

The maximum average price for 1 kg of potatoes since the beginning of the year was recorded in June

- Statistics show that the average consumer prices for potatoes in Kyrgyzstan from January to September 2025 experienced a decrease during the summer months after reaching a peak in June. The highest average price for the first nine months of 2025 was 65.02 soms per kilogram, which occurred in June when the new harvest was collected. For comparison, in the same period of 2024, the maximum average price was also recorded in June and amounted to 45.17 soms.

08.12.2025, 10:00
Agriculture

In Kyrgyzstan, it is planned to create 385 processing enterprises by 2030.

- The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry has announced its intention to organize 385 processing enterprises across the country. This information was provided by representatives of the Ministry of Agriculture. The main objective is to increase the level of agricultural product processing to 25% by 2030.

06.12.2025, 16:19
Agriculture

Rosselkhoznadzor monitored the export of meal to several countries, including Kyrgyzstan.

- Employees of the Rosselkhoznadzor Administration working in the Oryol and Kursk regions monitored the first shipment of two batches of soybean meal weighing 137.2 tons, which were sent to Tajikistan. This was reported by the press service of Rosselkhoznadzor. The shipping company is located in the Kastorensky district and has the appropriate certification for the export of plant-based feed to the countries of the Persian Gulf, as well as to the EAEU states and others.

06.12.2025, 15:14
Agriculture

The Ministry of Agriculture reported fines for damage to agricultural land

- The land and water use control service, operating under the auspices of the Ministry of Agriculture, calls on citizens and landowners to strictly adhere to the norms of land legislation. This was reported by the ministry's press service. According to new data, land plots must be used exclusively in accordance with their designated purpose as specified in the title documents. Cases of non-targeted land use have been recorded, which, in particular, leads to soil degradation on agricultural

06.12.2025, 11:30
Agriculture

In the Issyk-Kul District, work is underway on laying a concrete pavement on the 2-Eastern canal.

- In the Issyk-Kul region, work has begun on laying a concrete surface on the 2-East Canal, which was built in 1978. The press service of the Ministry of Agriculture reported this. The length of the canal is 5.4 kilometers, and it provides irrigation water to 732 hectares of land in two villages. The government allocated 27 thousand square meters of concrete covering, and by 2025, it is planned to complete the laying on a section 2 kilometers long. Currently, work has been completed on an area

06.12.2025, 10:48
Agriculture

In Kyrgyzstan, a project for planting fruit orchards along roads is starting

- The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Food Processing Industry has announced the launch of a project aimed at planting fruit orchards along major roadways. This initiative is designed to reduce soil erosion and develop green infrastructure, as reported by the Ministry of Agriculture's press service. As part of this program, it is planned to plant fruit trees on sections that will be approximately 1 km long in each district.

05.12.2025, 18:05
Agriculture

In Kyrgyzstan, a National Center for the Development of Fisheries and Aquaculture is being established

- In Kyrgyzstan, based on the Regional Department of Acclimatization and Fish Breeding, the opening of the National Center for Fisheries and Aquaculture Development is planned. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture. The main task of the new center will be the reproduction of rare fish species, as well as the implementation of programs for improving staff qualifications. In addition, it will serve as an educational and research platform for students

05.12.2025, 12:31
Agriculture

Rosselkhoznadzor allowed the import of 3.7 tons of carrots and rice from Kyrgyzstan to Irkutsk

- On November 28, 2025, the Irkutsk Region and Republic of Buryatia branch of the Rosselkhoznadzor conducted a control check on the import of a batch of quarantine products from Kyrgyzstan, which included 2.6 tons of fresh carrots and 1.1 tons of food rice. This was reported by the press service of Rosselkhoznadzor. This batch was accompanied by phytosanitary certificates. Specialists from the agency took samples and conducted laboratory tests at the Irkutsk branch of the Federal State

04.12.2025, 16:31
Agriculture

The government allocated 60.8 million soms and purchased 270,000 doses of seed material from Russia and Switzerland, - Ministry of Agriculture

At a seminar dedicated to livestock issues, the First Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, Zhanibek Kerimaliev, shared information about the ongoing reforms. The event brought together private veterinarians, insemination technicians, pasture specialists, and leaders of breeding farms. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture. Kerimaliev noted that 60.8 million soms have been allocated to improve the breed characteristics of

04.12.2025, 15:20
Agriculture

The export of Omsk potatoes has increased by a third: main supplies to Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan

- From January 9 to December 3, 2025, specialists from the Rosselkhoznadzor Administration for the Omsk Region and the Omsk branch of the Federal State Budgetary Institution "Center for the Competitiveness of Agricultural Products" inspected and prepared for shipment over 21 thousand tons of potatoes produced in the region. This information was announced by Rosselkhoznadzor. Of the total export volume, the majority consisted of food products — 21.1 thousand tons, while seed potatoes

04.12.2025, 13:23
Agriculture / Inventors of Kyrgyzstan

Yields in Kyrgyzstan May Decrease by 5-10% Due to Climate Stress, - Torobaev

- On December 4, Minister of Agriculture Bakyt Torobaev presented the "Country Report on Climate and Development of the Kyrgyz Republic," prepared by the World Bank. As the minister emphasized, climate change, particularly heat and air stress, could reduce agricultural crop yields by 5-10%. This, in turn, will lead to decreased productivity in the agricultural sector and income losses that could reach 10% by 2050.

04.12.2025, 10:29
Agriculture

Potato prices decreased by 7.7% in October

- In October 2025, there is a 2.1% increase in prices for fresh vegetables, while the cost of fresh fruits has risen by 0.9%. The data is provided in reports from the National Statistical Committee. At the same time, potato prices fell by 7.7% during this period.

03.12.2025, 17:01
Agriculture

In November, 50,000 cubic meters of timber were exported from the Sverdlovsk region to several countries, including Kyrgyzstan.

- In November 2025, the Ural Interregional Office of Rosselkhoznadzor was monitoring the export of 50,000 cubic meters of timber from the Sverdlovsk region to countries both near and far abroad. This information was provided by Rosselkhoznadzor. Timber was exported using rail and road transport. A total of 742 phytosanitary certificates were issued in the "Argus-Phytо" system, of which 210 were for railcars and 532 for trucks.

03.12.2025, 13:57
Agriculture

The Cabinet strengthened anti-corruption measures in the Ministry of Agriculture

- Resolution No. 735, adopted by the Cabinet of Ministers, introduces amendments to several subordinate acts concerning the activities of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and the Processing Industry. One of the main innovations is the introduction of a mandatory internal corruption prevention system and the establishment of personal responsibility for leaders for the lack of necessary measures.

03.12.2025, 08:53
Agriculture

The Rosselkhoznadzor Revealed Violations in the Import of 62 Tons of Fruits and Vegetables from Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan. The Cargo Has Been Returned

- From November 24 to 30, the Ural Interregional Office of Rosselkhoznadzor inspected 38 trucks at the "Bugristoye" border crossing on the Russian-Kazakh border, which imported 778.5 tons of various products from Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan, including vegetables, fruits, nuts, flour, and cereals, as reported by the service itself. Among the cargo:

02.12.2025, 18:49
Agriculture

In 9 months, Kyrgyzstan exported pasta products worth $6 million

From January to September 2025, Kyrgyzstan increased its pasta exports by 2%, according to the National Statistical Committee. According to the agency's data, 3,600 tons of pasta were exported in the first nine months of the current year, totaling $6 million. In comparison, during the same period in 2024, exports amounted to 3,500 tons, bringing in $5.6 million, which also confirms a 2% growth in volume.

02.12.2025, 17:58
Agriculture

In Kyrgyzstan, high-quality feed and low fees for pastures, - specialist from the Veterinary Service

Sharshen Chotonov, the chief specialist of the Veterinary Service for Livestock Development, Pastures, and Feed under the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Food Processing Industry, noted that in various regions of the country, such as Naryn, Osh, and Chatkal, pasture feeds have high nutritional value. He emphasized that 1 kilogram of succulent feed is equivalent to 1 kilogram of concentrated feed, which allows animals to graze effectively on pastures without the need for additional

02.12.2025, 16:06
Agriculture

The Ministry of Agriculture is developing a digital system for the registration of pesticides and agrochemicals.

- The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic informs about the launch of a project to develop a digital system designed for the registration of pesticides and agrochemicals, as well as the formation of a unified electronic catalog. According to the ministry, this system will provide up-to-date information on approved substances and will track their journey from the moment of registration to their arrival at the warehouse. This will create

02.12.2025, 16:01
Agriculture

In Kyrgyzstan, the rational use of pastures and livestock breed selection is being developed, - Ministry of Agriculture

In Kyrgyzstan, there is an active implementation of measures aimed at the rational use of pastures and improving the breed composition of livestock. This was shared on the air by Sharsen Chotonov, the chief specialist of the Veterinary Service for Livestock Development, Pastures, and Feed under the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. Chotonov noted that a system has been developed for managing pastures, which allows for the accounting and distribution of land

02.12.2025, 15:55
Agriculture

The use of silage will increase milk production, - specialist from the Veterinary Service

- According to Sharshen Chotonov, the chief specialist of the Veterinary Service, the development of milk production in Kyrgyzstan is directly related to the use of silage, which he discussed on the radio. He noted that after the collapse of the Soviet Union, control over milk and meat production significantly weakened, leading to the closure of many dairy factories and a decrease in the use of silage.

02.12.2025, 14:31
Agriculture

In the Panfilov District, 400 meters of concrete pavement has been laid

- In the Panfilov District, work continues on laying the concrete surface on the Upper Canal, which totals 700 meters in length. Currently, the laying has been completed on 400 meters. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture and Water Resources of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the ministry, the Upper Canal, which was built in 1949, is 16.2 kilometers long and provides irrigation for 2,071 hectares of irrigated land.

02.12.2025, 13:24
Agriculture

The Agricultural Development Administration of the Moscow District will provide 446 hectares for lease to seed-growing enterprises.

- In the Moscow district, the Department of Agricultural Development has announced the leasing of lands owned by the State Land Fund for the needs of seed-growing and livestock farming enterprises, as well as agricultural cooperatives and other important participants in the agricultural sector. The following categories of land are available for lease: rain-fed and irrigated arable land:

02.12.2025, 09:24
Agriculture

The export of agricultural products from the EAEU currently exceeds $40 billion, - EEC

On December 1, 2025, the International Forum "Veterinary Safety" took place in Moscow, according to information provided by the Eurasian Economic Commission. Key issues related to food security were discussed at this event, including maintaining epizootic welfare, combating dangerous animal diseases, as well as developing the veterinary drug market and implementing innovative technologies within the Eurasian region.

02.12.2025, 09:23
Agriculture

Export of Kazakhstani grain to Kyrgyzstan has doubled

- According to information from the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan and data from "Kazakhstan Temir Zholy," from September to November 27, 2025, Kazakhstan exported 3.1 million tons of grain, which is 400 thousand tons more than the volume for the same period last year. The most significant increase is observed in the direction of Kyrgyzstan, where the volume of supplies has doubled — from 44 thousand tons to 90 thousand tons.

01.12.2025, 18:03
Agriculture

From Kyrgyzstan to Kazakhstan: Attempted Import of Meat and Caviar with Violations of Veterinary Documents

- The veterinary inspection at the checkpoint "Kordai," located in the Kordai district of the Zhambyl region, registered two incidents related to attempts to import animal products from Kyrgyzstan with violations. This was reported by the Ministry of Agriculture of Kazakhstan. In the first case, 1000 kg of duck meat was attempted to be transported in a cargo vehicle. During the inspection, violations were identified: the product lacked labeling, the vehicle did not meet veterinary and

01.12.2025, 16:36
Agriculture

The Ministry of Agriculture has announced the prices of hay and straw in the regions of the Kyrgyz Republic.

Prices for feed in various regions of Kyrgyzstan have significant differences, as reported by Sharshen Chotonov, the chief specialist of the Veterinary Service for Livestock Development, Pastures, and Feed under the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, in an interview on the radio. In particular, in the Chui region, the cost of one bale of pressed hay ranges from 200 to 250 soms, while the price for straw is 100–150 soms.

01.12.2025, 16:03
Agriculture

Meat prices in Kyrgyzstan are artificially inflated, - specialist from the Veterinary Service

- According to the expert, the rise in meat prices in the country has no objective reasons. This statement was made by the chief specialist of the Veterinary Service for the Development of Animal Husbandry, Pastures, and Feed under the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Food Processing, Sharshen Chotonov, on the air of the radio. Chotonov emphasized that there are no grounds for increasing meat prices in Kyrgyzstan.

01.12.2025, 15:25