In the explanatory note to the draft law, the ministry points out that according to current regulations, medicinal plants are not classified as agricultural crops, which hinders their cultivation on agricultural land.
According to the Ministry of Agriculture, the development of this sector has significant economic potential, which is why it is proposed to include medicinal plants in the category of agricultural crops.
Among the plants that are planned to be classified as agricultural crops are: valerian, calendula, sage, saffron, ferula, aconite, arnebia, rhodiola rosea, licorice, sea buckthorn, rosehip, barberry, thyme, chamomile, and St. John's wort.
According to the current work plan of the Jogorku Kenesh, the discussion of the proposed changes is scheduled for February 2026, as reflected on the official website of the parliament.
