In a bid to revolutionize its livestock farming sector, Kazakhstan is set to adopt state-of-the-art technologies, drawing inspiration from global leaders in the field. Deputy Prime Minister Serik Zhumangarin recently engaged in discussions with prominent domestic livestock and meat producers to explore opportunities and challenges in the sector.
One standout example is Australia, a global powerhouse in lamb production and the largest exporter of lamb worldwide. Kazakhstan aims to emulate Australia's success by incorporating advanced farming techniques and methodologies.
Kintal Islamov, Chairman of the Board of Atameken-Agro, shared insights from his recent visit to Australian livestock farms, emphasizing the impressive cleanliness, well-organized logistics, and advanced technologies employed in animal husbandry. Despite recognizing the significant capital investment required for such sophisticated systems, Islamov highlighted the need for a professional approach to steer Kazakhstan's livestock farming in a promising direction.
While Kazakhstan has witnessed steady growth in its livestock industry over the past five years, with a notable 11.7% increase in beef production, there is a growing emphasis on leveraging technological advancements for further development. The Ministry of Agriculture is currently formulating a three-year roadmap, focusing on the creation of modern, export-oriented meat processing plants and feedlots utilizing cutting-edge technologies.
Vice Minister of Agriculture Amangaliy Berdalin shed light on the ongoing subsidy programs supporting beef cattle breeding, covering the entire production cycle. However, challenges remain, such as the technological lag in many livestock enterprises, hindering productivity and meat yield.
To address these issues, the proposed roadmap includes measures to establish modern meat processing plants and feedlots, employing innovative technologies to enhance daily weight gain in livestock and reduce the time required to achieve optimal weight standards.
In the meeting, prominent livestock breeders outlined their plans for the industry's growth. Syrym Ertaev, founder of Nurym Group and Kaiyp Ata, disclosed plans for feedlots accommodating 25,000 heads and irrigated land spanning 4.500 hectares in the Turkestan region.
Talgat Malaev, head of the Karasu-Astyk investment project, outlined initiatives to expand existing livestock and modernize meat processing plants using deep processing technology. Additionally, he highlighted the adoption of "green" technologies like biogas.
Ilyas Zhananov, Chairman of the Board of Investment and Industrial Corporation "ZHERSU", shared plans for expanding reproductive facilities and installing irrigation systems, focusing on sustainability and innovation.
The meeting also addressed the need for veterinary system reforms, opening new export markets, and ensuring fair distribution of confiscated lands. Deputy Prime Minister Zhumangarin emphasized the government's commitment to supporting projects that implement best practices from developed countries, with a rigorous evaluation process to ensure financial stability and adherence to industry standards.
“We will support those who are ready to implement the best practices of developed countries and thereby reduce the cost of meat production in Kazakhstan. We are testing new methods in pilot projects on those farms that are ready to take on it. At this stage, we do not need large-scale programs, but successful models, which can then be replicated throughout Kazakhstan,” Deputy Prime Minister Zhumangarin noted.
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