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    Management of livestock sector in Kazakhstan
    (Suleyman Demirel University, 2010) Abdulla Askari
    The livestock sector of Kazakhstan has undergone profound structural changes since the dissolution of the Soviet Union, resulting in a dramatic decline in animal inventories, weakened rural infrastructure, and increasing vulnerability of rural households dependent on livestock for their livelihoods. This paper examines the key challenges affecting the sustainable management of the sector, including the legacy of Soviet-era distortions, contraction of livestock numbers in the 1990s, and limited market access for small and medium-sized producers. While urban demand for meat is rapidly rising—driven partly by economic growth and the oil industry—these trends have not yet translated into meaningful poverty reduction in rural areas. The study emphasizes the need for coherent government policies that support decentralized, market-oriented production systems rather than relying solely on the rehabilitation of large agro-industrial complexes. Sustainable sector growth requires targeted investments, improved market infrastructure, and equitable access to essential livestock products for the poor. The findings contribute to forming a strategic framework for Kazakhstan’s re-emerging livestock industry.
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    Prosperity of agriculture in Kazakhstan
    (Suleyman Demirel University, 2010) Fayzullayev Arnur
    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.