- A seminar-training "AgroZooVet–2026" has started in the southern regions of Kyrgyzstan, organized by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. The ministry's press service reports the beginning of the educational caravan. During the seminars, relevant topics will be presented, including:
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Starting February 1, 2024, Donald Trump announced the introduction of additional tariffs for the United Kingdom, Denmark, and other European countries due to ongoing disagreements regarding Greenland. He shared this information in his post on the Truth Social platform. According to the U.S. president, the tariffs will remain in effect until a "complete and absolute agreement" is reached regarding the purchase of Greenland by the United States. A 10% tariff will be imposed on all goods
- An interregional seminar titled "AgroZooVet-2026" took place in the Kadamjai district of the Batken region on January 16, 2026, organized by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. The aim of this event was to introduce modern technologies aimed at assisting farmers, agronomists, and veterinarians, as well as to increase productivity in animal husbandry and develop the processing industry with a focus on export.
This initiative is aimed at attracting foreign investments to the country. In Kyrgyzstan, the possibility of introducing long-term visas for foreign investors is being discussed, with a validity period of up to 30 years. The Deputy Head of the National Investment Agency under the President of the country, Zhalyn Zheenaliev, shared this information.
The State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced a reduction in the unified tax rate for entrepreneurs conducting their activities abroad. The tax rate for these taxpayers has now been decreased tenfold, from 1% to 0.1%.
At a recent meeting of the "Ala-Too" parliamentary group, representatives of the light industry reported serious problems in their sector. More than 3,000 sewing workshops in the country have ceased operations, leading to mass job losses. Entrepreneurs appealed to the deputies for urgent assistance, highlighting a number of issues that have paralyzed their work. The main factors contributing to the crisis include difficulties in collaborating with large marketplaces and limited
In the Kadamjai district of the Batken region, a significant seminar "AgroZooVet-2026" was held, initiated by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic. The aim of this event was to introduce modern technologies into the practices of farmers, veterinarians, and agronomists. The organizers focused on increasing productivity in livestock farming and developing the processing industry oriented towards export.
- On January 17, the Minister of Construction of the Kyrgyz Republic, Nurdana Oruntaev, visited several construction sites in Bishkek, during which he identified violations at a residential complex located on Ankara Street, being built by the company "Aalam Stroy." According to information from the ministry, more than 10 blocks of the facility do not meet the requirements of construction legislation and safety standards. Additionally, it was found that the company used the services of
According to the akimat, in the At-Bashinsky district of the Naryn region, a ton of coal costs 6400 soms. Coal is delivered to the district from Kara-Keche on a regular basis.
- For the effective functioning of an agricultural cooperative, it is necessary to unite at least seven participants and have land areas of at least 50 hectares. This was stated by Turat Idirisov, head of the Department of Crop Production, Horticulture, and Cooperation of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, in an interview on the radio. Idirisov emphasized that such land sizes allow for the implementation of all necessary agronomic measures, including crop
- The unification of farmers into cooperatives is necessary to enhance their competitiveness and aligns with international practices. This was stated on the air by the head of the Department of Crop Production, Horticulture, and Cooperation of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, Turat Idirisov. Idirisov noted that small-scale production makes it difficult for farmers to work effectively alone, and therefore unification becomes inevitable. However, one of the
- According to information from the National Statistical Committee, from January to October 2025, Kyrgyzstan increased its banana import volume by 11%. In the first ten months of the current year, 33 thousand tons of bananas were imported into the country, amounting to $26 million. This is an 11% increase compared to the same period in 2024, when imports totaled 29 thousand tons worth $21 million.
- The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry informs about the possible water shortage during the growing season of 2026. According to the ministry's explanations, in some regions, restrictions on irrigation water volumes are expected, which will lead to a resource shortage.
In Osh, located on the border of Kyrgyzstan with Uzbekistan, a case of denial of entry for agricultural products from the neighboring country has been reported, according to the Ministry of Agriculture. At the veterinary control checkpoint "Dostuk," a shipment containing 22 tons of salt for livestock was unable to cross the border into Kyrgyzstan. As explained by ministry representatives, during the inspection, a violation of veterinary and sanitary standards established by the
- In accordance with new initiatives, the area for organic farming is expected to increase from the current 67.3 thousand hectares to 202.5 thousand hectares by 2029. The formation of target indicators includes the following stages:
- On January 15, the Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic, Mirbek Duyshiev, made a working trip to the Chui region, visiting the Moscow and Sokuluk districts. During his visit, he familiarized himself with several livestock enterprises that received preferential loans under state support programs for the agro-industrial complex.
- According to statistical data, from January to November 2025, there is a decrease in the level of investments in fixed capital for the construction of wholesale and retail trade facilities in Kyrgyzstan by 37.9% compared to the same period in 2024. Funding for construction in this sector was primarily sourced from enterprises and organizations, as well as from the population and charitable contributions from residents of the country. These sources accounted for a substantial 98.1% of the
- The import of milk and cream from Russia to Kyrgyzstan increased by 9% in 2025, according to the National Statistical Committee. According to the agency's information, from January to October 2025, 1,900 tons of milk and cream were purchased for a total of 4 million dollars. This exceeds the figures for the same period in 2024, when imports amounted to 1,700 tons for 2.8 million dollars, which also corresponds to an increase of 9%.
- In September 2025, the annual inflation rate in Kyrgyzstan was recorded at 8.9%, as reported by the National Bank. The regulator attributes this to high volatility in global food markets, as well as a tense situation in the market for fuel and lubricants in Russia and growing external demand for certain types of locally produced goods.
The tenge exchange rate in Kazakhstan has come under pressure due to short-term investments from foreign speculators. In 2025, the country attracted a significant volume of "hot money" aimed at quick profits. However, as reported by Reuters, this situation may change in the near future. The decline in the income of Kazakhstan's citizens has reached a critical point. Economic analyst John Sindry emphasizes that last year, investors focused on quick returns began actively
Over the past week, there has been a rise in prices for meat, rice, tomatoes, onions, carrots, cabbage, and pears in Bishkek, while products such as bread, cucumbers, peppers, apples, sugar, milk, and eggs have become cheaper. According to the data, the cost of the minimum set of products decreased by 1 som and amounted to 6,722 soms over the past week.
- The President of the Association of Suppliers (Manufacturers and Distributors) Gulnara Uskenbaeva shared with Tazabek her opinion on why many retailers refuse to accept payments through mobile wallets operating via QR codes. She attributed the main reasons to:
The system will be implemented for road and rail transport. Starting from February 11, 2026, the use of navigation seals for the import and export of alcoholic and tobacco products will become mandatory in Kyrgyzstan, as reported by the State Tax Service.