Supply chain tensions around the Strait of Hormuz are now impacting agriculture in Kyrgyzstan, triggering fertilizer shortages across the country.

President Sadyr Japarov said the situation has disrupted imports of mineral fertilizers, which are crucial for farming. Shortages are being reported in all regions, raising concerns ahead of key agricultural seasons, The Caspian Post reports via Kyrgyz media.

Previously, fertilizers were imported from Russia, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan. However, supply restrictions linked to the Hormuz Strait have caused deficits in those countries as well-creating a domino effect that has reached Kyrgyzstan.

“We are facing shortages nationwide, but we are working to resolve the issue as much as possible,” Japarov said during a meeting with residents of the Nookat District.

In response, the government is moving to reduce dependence on imports. Talks have been held with Chinese investors, and construction has already begun on a new mineral fertilizer plant in the Kulatov rural area.

The disruption highlights how global chokepoints like the Hormuz Strait can quickly affect landlocked economies. For Kyrgyzstan, ensuring stable fertilizer supplies is critical to protecting crop yields and food security.

As global logistics challenges persist, the country is racing to build domestic capacity and shield its agricultural sector from further shocks.