Kyrgyzstan’s Batken Region Begins Rice Harvest Amid Strong Forecasts

The rice harvest has officially begun in Kyrgyzstan's Batken region.

This year’s yield is reported to reach up to 37 centners per hectare, signaling a productive season for local farmers and a boost for the region’s agricultural output, The Caspian Post reports via Kyrgyz media.

In Kadamdzhai district, a key rice-producing area, cultivation spans 3,220 hectares, yielding an average of 12,200 tons of rice annually. The harvested rice is not only consumed within Kyrgyzstan but is also exported to neighboring countries-including Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, and Russia-as well as the US.

To enhance productivity and sustainability, farmers in the region are being equipped with new rice varieties that require less water. Authorities are also rolling out modern agricultural techniques aimed at improving overall efficiency in cultivation and harvesting.

The total rice output across Batken this season is expected to reach 15,000 tons, marking a significant achievement for the region and a positive signal for the country’s broader agricultural development goals.