Prosperity of agriculture in Kazakhstan
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2010
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Suleyman Demirel University
Abstract
This article examines the current state and development prospects of agriculture in Kazakhstan, highlighting its strategic importance for the national economy. Rural territories remain home to 43% of the population, yet income disparities between urban and rural residents persist. To address these challenges, the Government of Kazakhstan introduced the State-Run Program for Rural Territories Development (2004–2010), aimed at improving living standards, modernizing infrastructure, and optimizing population distribution. Agriculture represents over 20% of the labor force and contributes significantly to GDP, with Kazakhstan being one of the world’s major wheat producers. Despite vast land resources and favorable climatic conditions, agricultural productivity remains lower than in Eastern Europe. International support, particularly through World Bank initiatives, has helped farmers modernize equipment, improve financial access, and strengthen competitiveness. With increasing production, record grain harvests, and expanding rural entrepreneurship, Kazakhstan’s agricultural sector demonstrates steady progress and substantial potential for sustainable growth.
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Kazakhstan agriculture, agro-industrial complex, World Bank project, rural finance, labor productivity, agricultural policy, economic growth.
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Fayzullayev Arnur/ Prosperity of Agriculture in Kazakhstan/ Suleyman Demirel University/ СДУ хабаршысы, 15(2).