Inside Uzbekistan's agricultural transformation: Technology, investment and food security

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From higher-yield orchards to modern irrigation and digital farming, Uzbekistan is changing how its farms operate. Business Line examines the investment and support behind these developments, and the challenge of increasing exports while securing domestic food supplies.

Agriculture remains an important part of Uzbekistan's economy, but the sector faces growing pressure to increase productivity while managing limited land and water resources.The government is introducing new farming methods, irrigation systems and digital technologies to improve crop yields and support domestic food production, while helping producers compete in international markets.According to Agriculture Minister Ibrokhim Abdurakhmonov, Uzbekistan produces around 26 million tonnes of fruit and vegetables annually, with agricultural products reaching 92 international markets.The government aims to increase food exports to $10bn (€8.6bn) by 2030.

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