In Kazakhstan, a project has been initiated involving the cultivation of bananas over an area of 5.3 hectares, with 7,400 banana tree seedlings planted last year. This endeavor is expected to contribute up to 1000 tons of bananas annually to the local market.
Data from the Bureau of the National Statistics and the State Revenue Committee reveals significant figures related to the banana trade. In 2020, Kazakhstan imported 55,300 tons of bananas, including fresh and dried plantains, valued at $33 million, and exported 646.5 tons worth $300,000. The following year saw a rise in imports to 89,300 tons costing $53.4 million, with exports increasing to 1,700 tons valued at 1.1 million. In 2022, imports slightly decreased to 87,000 tons, while exports dropped to 520 tons for $304,000.
From January to May 2023, Kazakhstan imported 33,700 tons of bananas and plantains for $24.7 million and exported 134 tons for $64,000. The majority of imports consist of fresh bananas, with plantains and dried bananas making up a small fraction of the total.
Source: inform.kz