BAKU, Azerbaijan, August 13. Uzbekistan and South Korea have agreed to expand cooperation in agriculture, including the introduction of digital technologies, smart livestock systems and modern agricultural machinery, as Tashkent seeks to improve productivity and modernize agricultural services.
This was reflected in the statement by the Ministry of Agriculture of Uzbekistan following meetings between Uzbek agricultural officials and representatives of the Korea Agricultural Machinery Industry Cooperative (KOAMI), Jeonbuk Technopark and South Korean agricultural machinery manufacturer TYM.
The discussions focused on expanding the use of digital technologies in livestock farming and increasing access to modern agricultural machinery for farmers and agricultural service providers.
A key initiative involves plans to establish a Smart Livestock Center in Tashkent Region in 2028–2030. The center is expected to use artificial intelligence-based monitoring, automated management, precision feeding and digital tracking systems to improve livestock management and operational efficiency.
The initiative also includes plans to train 300 specialists in South Korea, providing them with additional technical knowledge and practical experience in modern agricultural technologies.
Cooperation with TYM has also moved into the testing stage. Under the project, 37 methane-powered tractors have initially been provided to the state-owned “Republic Agroservices” organization for testing. Their efficiency and suitability for agricultural services will be evaluated over a two-year period.
“The projects are aimed at accelerating digital transformation in agriculture and improving the efficiency of agricultural production,” the Uzbek Agriculture Ministry said.
The tractor testing program could also pave the way for localized production in Uzbekistan. Depending on the results, the sides will consider the possibility of manufacturing the machinery domestically.
The cooperation reflects Uzbekistan’s broader efforts to modernize its agricultural sector through digitalization, technology transfer and international partnerships. The planned smart livestock center, specialist training and machinery testing could strengthen the country’s agricultural infrastructure while supporting the adoption of more efficient farming practices.
The sides are expected to continue work on the proposed projects and develop mechanisms for their practical implementation.
