In Kazakhstan, all possible options for selling onions are being studied

Published 2024년 4월 2일

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In the initial months of 2024, Kazakhstan has successfully exported over 86 thousand tons of onions to non-EAEU countries, as highlighted by ElDala.kz and QazTrade. This export boost is attributed to a significant increase in onion production within Kazakhstan, reaching 1.1 million tons and surpassing local demand. However, the country faces challenges in maintaining export momentum due to reduced demand, low prices, and competition from fresh onions from Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. In response, QazTrade, alongside the Ministry of Agriculture, is actively seeking new markets and developing strategies to address these challenges and support future onion exports.

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In January-February 2024, Kazakhstan exported over 86 thousand tons of onions to third countries (excluding the EAEU). ElDala.kz writes about this with reference to the press service of the QazTrade trade policy development center. According to the press service, QazTrade held negotiations with potential buyers from Russia, Uzbekistan, Afghanistan and Pakistan. Commercial proposals have also been sent to Kazakh entrepreneurs and foreign trade organizations. “The export operator is exploring all possible options for selling onions, including supply to non-traditional markets,” QazTrade reported. Read also: Onions for free! Promotion from farmers and traders of Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan It is noted that in the 2023/2024 marketing year, Kazakhstan and neighboring countries increased onion production. “In particular, the onion harvest in Russia at the end of last year increased by 11.2% and amounted to 1.78 million tons, in Uzbekistan - by 30% and is estimated at 1.3 million tons. In ...

Source: Eastfruit