Germany has become interested in the agricultural potential of Uzbekistan

Germany has shown interest in the agricultural potential of Uzbekistan

Germany is interested in expanding cooperation with Uzbekistan in the field of agriculture, including in the trade of agricultural products and conducting scientific research. These topics are included in the program of the visit of the Parliamentary State Secretary at the Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture of Germany, Martina Englhardt-Kopf, who is staying in Uzbekistan from October 26 to 28.

The parties plan to discuss prospects for developing bilateral cooperation in the agricultural and food sectors, as well as further agri-political dialogue.

A delegation comprising representatives of Germany's business and scientific circles arrived in Uzbekistan together with the German State Secretary. During the visit, they will familiarize themselves with opportunities for expanding cooperation in trade and research activities.

Englhardt-Kopf called Uzbekistan an important partner for Germany in Central Asia and noted Berlin's interest in further strengthening relations between the two countries.

According to her, Uzbekistan possesses significant potential in agriculture. Germany, for its part, is interested in expanding cooperation in line with its strategy for developing exports of agricultural products and taking mutual interests into account.

, that 200 thousand people in the Kashkadarya region will be able to receive additional income through the development of agriculture. On 100 thousand hectares of pastures, they plan to sow drought- and salt-resistant forage crops using drones.