In the Pavlodar region, the challenges faced by greenhouse operations were discussed during a visit by members of the Mazhilis, Kazakhstan's Parliament. Deputies toured the extensive greenhouse complex, "Greenhouse Qaztomat," in Ekibastuz, which was established in 2016. Specializing in the cultivation of tomatoes, aubergines, and cucumbers, the facility raised concerns about the greenhouse system in the Pavlodar region.
According to the company's director, Ansatz Zhanataev, the legislation mandates the elimination of certain crops due to a virus that emerged eight years ago. Despite the presence of vaccinated foreign hybrids, compliance with global trends becomes challenging. The legislation requires the destruction of five hectares of imported tomatoes, which, according to the director, could jeopardize the profitability of the entire enterprise.
"Greenhouse Qaztomat" is the largest greenhouse in Kazakhstan, spanning 30 hectares and producing six to eight tons of products annually. The facility, employing around 500 people, faces a crucial challenge – dependency on imported seeds, discussed at the parliamentary level. While technical, technological, and agricultural aspects thrive, the industry grapples with a significant reliance on imports, prompting calls for a comprehensive national seed program.
Source: pavlodarnews.kz