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Industry

A Gypsum Board Plant with a Capacity of 10 Million Square Meters per Year Opened in the Jalal-Abad Region

As part of his working trip to the Jalal-Abad region, Adylbek Kasymaliev, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the Presidential Administration, participated in the opening ceremony of a drywall manufacturing plant located in the village of Dostuk in the Suzak district. Kasymaliev emphasized the importance of industrialization as one of the key directions for the country's development, noting that over 100 new enterprises are launched annually in the republic.

05.12.2025, 13:50
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
Industry

The Cabinet approved the protocol to the agreement with the Russian Federation on the supply of oil and petroleum products

- The Cabinet of Ministers has made a decision to amend the agreement with the Russian Federation regarding cooperation in the supply of oil and petroleum products, signed on June 6, 2016. According to the Cabinet's resolution dated November 14, 2025, No. 740, the protocol signed on December 20, 2024, in Saint Petersburg has been approved. The document also states that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic must notify the Russian side of the completion of the necessary

05.12.2025, 07:45
Industry

In October, producer prices for sold agricultural products increased by 15%

- According to the data from the National Statistical Committee, in October 2025, compared to the same month of the previous year, producer prices for agricultural products increased by 15%. Price analysis shows that compared to October 2024, the cost of vegetables rose by 19.8%, potatoes increased by 7.5 times, meat (live weight) grew by 17.7%, and milk by 5%. At the same time, prices for wheat fell by 3%, and eggs decreased by 18.3%.

04.12.2025, 17:07
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
Industry

Sugar production in Kyrgyzstan increased to 2.6 billion soms in 10 months

- In the first ten months of 2025, sugar production in Kyrgyzstan amounted to 2 billion 685.5 million soms, as indicated by the statistics. This result was 54.1% higher than in the same period of 2024, when 1 billion 742.3 million soms were produced. At the same time, in October 2025, the volume of sugar production was 881.9 million soms, which is 33.7% less than in October 2024, when this figure was 1 billion 330.8 million soms. The index of the physical volume of sugar production in October

03.12.2025, 16:01
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
Industry

The Cabinet clarified the licensing framework for the Tegene coal deposit

The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, in accordance with order No. 1000-r, updated the previous order dated March 6, 2023, under number 97-r. The main change concerns the boundaries of the licensed area of the "Tegene" coal deposit, located in the Aksy district of the Jalal-Abad region. The adjustment was made taking into account the actual position of the ore body and the projected contours of the quarry. The document also clarifies the status of the subsoil user: instead

03.12.2025, 09:22
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
Industry

The Cabinet allocated 8.52 hectares in Kara-Suu for a brick factory

- In accordance with Resolution No. 734, the Cabinet of Ministers changed the status of 8.52 hectares of land in the village of Kairagach (Aiyl District of Manas, Kara-Suu District, Osh Region) from agricultural to industrial land for the construction of a brick factory. The structure of the allocated territory includes: contour No. 1 — 5.48 hectares (irrigated arable land), contour No. 11 — 0.21 hectares (irrigated arable land), contour No. 3 — 2.83 hectares (rainfed arable land).

03.12.2025, 08:39
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
Industry

Ministry of Construction Employees Checked the Ceramic Brick Factory in Razzakov

On December 2, the Ministry of Construction announced an inspection of a ceramic brick manufacturing plant located in Batken. The on-site inspection was carried out by employees of the Southern Regional Office of the Republican Center for Certification in Construction. The plant is located in the city of Razakov, in an area known as the Standard site.

02.12.2025, 18:43
Industry

In 9 months, Kyrgyzstan exported ice cream worth $4.3 million

According to data from the National Statistical Committee, the export of ice cream from Kyrgyzstan decreased by 19% in the first nine months of 2025. According to the agency's information, from January to September, the republic exported 3,800 tons of ice cream, which brought in $4.3 million. Compared to the same period in 2024, when exports amounted to 4,600 tons worth $5.3 million, there is a 19% increase in volume.

02.12.2025, 18:43
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
Industry

Analysts named 4 industries in Kyrgyzstan with high growth potential

- Specialists from the Eurasian Development Bank (EADB) have assessed the industrial potential of the Kyrgyz Republic by 2025. The authors of the report emphasize that Kyrgyzstan has unique starting conditions due to its geographical location, access to the EAEU markets, competitive labor costs, and an already existing light industry.

02.12.2025, 14:52
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
Industry

"Resource Dependency". Analysts Explain Why Abundant Natural Resources Do Not Guarantee Prosperity

Analysts conducted a study regarding the impact of commodity trade on the slowdown of economic growth in various countries. These findings are presented in the report of the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) for 2025. As part of the work, the authors analyzed the relationship between commodity trade conditions and the risk of economic growth slowdown, relying on the concept of the "Middle Income Trap".

02.12.2025, 12:54
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
Industry

In Kazakhstan, the construction of a sodium cyanide production plant for export to Kyrgyzstan and several other countries has begun.

- In the Shusky district, on the territory of the special economic zone Jibek Joly, the construction of a plant has begun, which will produce 25 thousand tons of sodium cyanide per year. The project is being implemented by the company LLP Altynalmas Reagents, and its total cost is 68 billion tenge, according to information from Kazakhstani media. The produced product will be used in Kazakhstan's gold mining industry and exported to Russia, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and Mongolia.

01.12.2025, 18:14
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
Agriculture

In Bishkek, the main areas of necessary investments in irrigation in Kyrgyzstan were discussed.

- On November 28, a round table titled "Future Investments in the Irrigation Sector of Kyrgyzstan" was held in Bishkek. The event discussed key aspects of investments and reforms related to the water sector. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan. During the discussions, participants addressed the current state of the country's water resources, as well as the prospects for irrigation development and the need to formulate an investment

01.12.2025, 12:46
Industry

The Ministry of Economic Development Identified Barriers Holding Back the Development of New Materials and Technologies in Industry

- The importance of introducing new materials and technologies in various sectors, such as construction, light and processing industries, pharmaceuticals, and mining, has significantly increased in Kyrgyzstan. This is evidenced by the draft Strategy for the Development of the Country's Industry until 2030. The development of this strategy was carried out by the Ministry of Economy and Commerce.

01.12.2025, 12:42
Industry

Growth Rate of Industrial Sectors Over 10 Years — Ministry of Economic Development Notes Uneven Distribution

The analysis of official data from 2014 to 2024 shows that Kyrgyzstan is experiencing stable growth in the industrial production sector, which corresponds to the overall increase in gross domestic product (GDP). This information is presented in the draft Strategy for the Development of the Country's Industry until 2030. The document was prepared by the Ministry of Economy and Commerce.

01.12.2025, 11:58
Industry

Since the beginning of the year, investments in the construction of processing industry facilities have increased by 1.6 times.

- The materials from the National Statistical Committee report a significant increase in the volume of investments in the construction of manufacturing facilities, which amounted to 1.6 times compared to January-October 2024. The main sources of financing were funds from enterprises and organizations, foreign direct investments, bank loans, as well as funds from the population and charitable assistance from residents of the Kyrgyz Republic, accounting for 90.8% of the total volume.

30.11.2025, 20:45