Bishkek, Oct. 28, 2025. /Kabar/. Kyrgyzstan is expanding the cultivation of citrus fruits, including oranges, tangerines, lemons, and kumquats, the Ministry of Agriculture reported.
According to the ministry, 4,839 tons of citrus fruits were harvested from 1,058 hectares in 2024, compared with 3,929 tons from 801 hectares in 2023. The increase reflects the growing interest of farmers in diversifying crop production and introducing new fruit varieties adapted to local conditions.
The ministry also reported that in the first nine months of 2025, meat production increased by 103 percent, milk by 102.7 percent, and egg production by 106.4 percent compared to the same period last year.
The statement emphasized that, in terms of food security, Kyrgyzstan’s population is fully provided with six of the nine essential food products. Work continues to strengthen the supply of the remaining three key food items to ensure stable and sustainable food security nationwide.