TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, February 11. Uzbekistan exported 44,298 tons of apples, earning $14.5 million in revenue.
The data obtained by Trend from Uzbekistan's Statistics Agency indicates that Kazakhstan emerged as the top importer, purchasing 34,315 tons of Uzbek apples.
Other major destinations included Russia (5,837 tons), Kyrgyzstan (3,751 tons), Tajikistan (128 tons), Mongolia (118 tons), and several other countries, accounting for a total of 149 tons.
Meanwhile, Uzbekistan exported 2.03 million tons of fruits and vegetables worth $1.54 billion in 2024. This figure increased by 16 percent compared to the same period last year (1.75 million tons in 2023).
Furthermore, Uzbekistan will create a dedicated council for the development of dehkan farms (small-scale family farms, focused on subsistence agriculture and local markets) and household agriculture.
The new council will oversee public training, the supply of seeds and seedlings, as well as the processing and export of agricultural products. Under its management, the UzAgroStar holding will be established, with nine state banks launching 15 specialized companies focused on fruit and vegetable cultivation.