Uzbekistan has passed a new law on agricultural cooperatives, replacing the 1998 version, which will come into effect on February 12, 2025. The law defines cooperatives as commercial organizations for agricultural activities with a minimum of seven members. The new law allows members to have one or more votes based on share contribution, and allows the appointment of representatives for those with over 200 members. Cooperatives can now engage in various activities including cultivation, storage, processing, and sale of agricultural products. The law also outlines the requirements for transactions, documentation maintenance, reporting, and the procedures for reorganization and liquidation. The government can support cooperatives through target programs, benefits, and tax incentives.