Turkmenistan Goes High-Tech with New Cottonseed Plant

The Turkmen State Association of the Food Industry has launched an international tender for the construction of a high-tech cottonseed processing plant with a projected annual capacity of 60,000 tons.

The new facility will focus on producing cottonseed oil that adheres to international quality standards, reinforcing Turkmenistan’s commitment to expanding its value-added agricultural sector, The Caspian Post reports via Turkmen media.

The plant is expected to play a critical role in enhancing the region’s agro-industrial infrastructure, while also contributing to job creation and economic development in Dashoguz.

This initiative is part of the country’s broader strategy to modernize its food industry and attract foreign investment and expertise.