He noted that the government covers 30% of the cost of seeds produced by seed production enterprises.
“For example, if the seeds of the first reproduction cost 35 soms, after applying the subsidy, a farmer can buy them for 25–26 soms. The remaining 30% is compensated to the seed production enterprise from the state budget,” Mambetov explained.
This initiative is aimed at supporting seed production enterprises and providing farmers with quality seed material at an affordable price.
According to Mambetov, interest in subsidized seeds among farmers is growing year by year, with both the volume of subsidized seeds and the number of farmers willing to purchase them increasing.
The ministry representative emphasized that farmers are strongly advised to use certified seeds of the first or second reproduction, as this directly affects yield.
However, many farmers continue to use seeds from their own harvest. In such cases, they are advised to check the seed material in laboratories.
“A farmer can submit seeds for analysis to check their germination, purity, and presence of diseases. This procedure is inexpensive, and the results are usually ready within a week,” he added.
Mambetov noted that the number of farmers turning to laboratories for seed testing is increasing, which indicates a growth in their awareness and responsibility.
“We always remind farmers: what you sow, you will reap. Therefore, it is extremely important to know the quality of the seeds used for sowing,” he concluded.
