Agriculture in Kyrgyzstan faces ongoing challenges related to product sales. Frequently, large harvests fail to reach the market in time, resulting in spoilage and financial losses for farmers. For instance, beans in Talas go unharvested, and apricots in the Issyk-Kul region rot on the trees. In response, the government plans to establish small processing enterprises in each region of the country.
Economist Almaz Shabdanov emphasizes that processing products can prevent bankruptcies and reduce losses. Processing increases the added value; for example, apricots can be transformed into juices and jams. It also extends the shelf life of products, reducing spoilage and creating new job opportunities in local communities.
Farmers are interested in processing, as selling products in their raw form yields limited profits.
Moreover, the government must focus on ensuring food security, facilitating access to export markets, and improving transportation infrastructure to reduce logistics costs. Collectively, these efforts can lead to a more stable and prosperous agricultural industry in Kyrgyzstan.
Source: vesti.kg