Kazakhstan: Kazakhstan beats all the records on export of sunflower
From the beginning of 2017/18 marketing year, Kazakhstan has broken all records on sunflower exports. During October the maximum amount of sunflower was exported – slightly more than 19 thousand tons, whereas last month figure was just a little bit over 9 thousand tons, and in October of the last marketing year 9 thousand tons were exported.
For two months of 2017/18 marketing year, the figure of sunflower exports was 28.5 thousand tons. Compared with last year, when sunflower exports were 13.7 thousand tons, this year it has been almost doubled.
During this marketing year, China became the leading importer of sunflower. The volume of export to this country has more than doubled, and now it takes more than half of Kazakhstan sunflower export.
In addition, such countries as Uzbekistan and Tajikistan also increased their purchases. And what is more important, in this marketing year a small amount of sunflower have already been shipped to Poland.
Also, according to earlier data, this year the area for oilseeds was significantly increased and now it is 2.4 million hectares.
Kazakhstan is becoming one of the largest producers and exporters of sunflower in the world. In 2021, the country broke its own records for the export of this crop, sending more than 4 million tons abroad. This is twice as much as was exported last year.
The main buyers of Kazakh sunflower are China, India and Türkiye. Sunflower yields in Kazakhstan are growing due to the use of new technologies and improved seed quality.
Kazakhstani sunflower is famous for its quality and taste, and therefore is in demand in the world markets. In addition, its production and export bring significant income to the country and are an important factor in the development of its economy.
Despite the fact that Kazakhstan is highly dependent on oil and gas prices, the development of agriculture and agricultural exports allows the country to diversify its economy and increase its income. This is important for ensuring the stability of the economy and the well-being of the population.
