A Farmer from Batken Established a Profitable Berry Production in the Midst of Winter

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A farmer from Batken has established a profitable berry production in the midst of winter
Kubanych Barat uulu, a farmer from the village of Min-Chynar, is successfully developing his business in the conditions of winter heat. For four years now, he has demonstrated that modern agricultural technologies can provide a stable income, even when the demand and prices for strawberries reach record highs.

It all started with training in 2022, after which he adopted the experience of his Uzbek colleagues and built a greenhouse covering an area of 10 acres. Today, the farm is equipped with drip irrigation systems, which allow for water conservation, as well as a powerful heating system that requires about 300 kilograms of coal per day during the winter period. In his greenhouse, the farmer conducts experiments with different varieties, replacing the high-yield Korean "Sokhen" with the popular "Kabirello," known for its high-quality berries.

The economic results of his project are impressive: in April, strawberries cost 700–800 soms per kilogram, while in winter the price jumps to 2000 soms. Proper care allows for a harvest of up to 25 tons per hectare, while his greenhouse produces over 500 kilograms of berries per cycle. Additionally, the farmer also utilizes more than a hectare of open land, where the harvest ripens by mid-spring. The products, which were previously sent to the markets of Osh, now fully meet the needs of retail outlets in the Batken region.

The Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic considers Kubanych Barat uulu's example to be exemplary for attracting youth to the agricultural sector. The effective application of technologies and sensible diversification of varieties have made his farm a significant player in the local market, clearly demonstrating how the Batken climate, combined with innovations, opens new horizons for profitable farming.
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