Kazakhstan’s Harvest Grain Exports Increase by 54% in 2024
Kazakhstan’s Grain Exports See Significant Growth in 2024
According to the Ministry of Agriculture, Kazakhstan saw a significant increase in grain exports from September to Dec. 25, 2024. The country exported 3.7 million tons of new harvest grain during this period, marking a 54% increase compared to the 2.4 million tons exported during the same period in 2023.
Exports to various countries also showed growth, with shipments to Uzbekistan increasing by 44% to 1.4 million tons, Tajikistan by 53% to 589,000 tons, Afghanistan by 52% to 182,000 tons, and to the Kyrgyz Republic by 22% to 72,000 tons. Notably, grain exports to Iran via the port of Aktau surged by 30.2 times to 435,000 tons.
In the first 11 months of 2024, a total of 9.2 million tons of grain cargo was transported, with 2.2 million tons moved domestically and seven million tons exported. This demonstrates the country’s strong position in the global grain market and highlights the potential for further growth in the future.
Overall, Kazakhstan’s grain exports have shown promising growth in 2024, showcasing the country’s capabilities in the agricultural sector and its ability to meet the demands of international markets.
