Sokuluk Farmers Lead Kyrgyzstan’s Shift to High-Tech Agriculture

Farmers in Kyrgyzstan’s Sokuluk district are at the forefront of a shift toward modern, technology-driven agriculture, as they adopt advanced farming practices aimed at improving yields and sustainability.

Local farmers are currently piloting techniques such as no-till seeding, soil moisture conservation, the use of AI-powered drones, and enhanced seed varieties-all part of a national effort to modernize the agricultural sector, The Caspian Post informs via Kyrgyz media.

Speaking on the initiative, Minister Bakyt Torobayev emphasized that the core objective is to increase crop productivity through innovation, particularly by promoting double cropping-the practice of harvesting more than once per growing season.

“Reusing land for a second harvest allows farmers to significantly boost production, generate additional income, and create opportunities for expanding exports,” the minister said.

He explained that with proper planning and modern techniques, farmers can grow multiple crops on the same plot within a single year-for example, planting wheat in the spring and then corn or vegetables in the summer-thereby maximizing land use and profitability.

The program reflects Kyrgyzstan’s broader commitment to sustainable agriculture, aiming to strengthen food security, improve rural livelihoods, and position the country as a competitive player in regional agricultural markets.