Russia: Export of kumis from Bashkiria to Kazakhstan increased to 4 times in 2024

Export of kumiss from Bashkiria to Kazakhstan will grow 3-4 times in 2024 due to the opening of new production facilities and expansion of the range. The republic's products can withstand competition, the volume of supplies is 20 tons per day and will grow, Acting Deputy Prime Minister - Minister of Agriculture of the Republic Ilshat Fazrakhmanov told TASS. "Currently, we export 20 tons of kumiss to Kazakhstan per day, which is more than 7 thousand tons per year. On average, the figure is 3-4 times higher than a year earlier. The growth is due to the creation of new production facilities that are competitive and make a quality product. Manufacturers offer both simple kumiss and drinks based on it with the taste of honey, smoked aroma, they are in demand by consumers," Fazrakhmanov said. If this year five producers of Bashkiria are engaged in the export of kumiss, then previously there were only two ...