Tajikistan's agricultural output reached nearly 24 billion somoni ($2.2 billion) in the first half of 2025, a 9.7% increase year-on-year, according to the Ministry of Agriculture.
The growth was mainly driven by the crop production sector, which rose by 9% to 15.9 billion somoni.
The most significant gains were recorded in:
- Melons: Up 43.1% (+177,900 tons), setting a new production record.
- Fruits: Increased by 32.4% (+73,000 tons), supported by expanded orchards and better agronomic practices.
- Grapes: Grew by 38.2% (+1,000+ tons), driven by improved cultivation technologies.
- Potatoes: Output rose slightly by 0.3% (+819 tons).
Despite this growth, Tajikistan still relies on imports for certain types of fruits, especially exotic varieties. While the country meets or exceeds national demand for vegetables, melons, and potatoes, producing over 260% of the recommended per capita norm for vegetables and melons, and 134% for potatoes, it only reaches 87.8% of the recommended level for fruit consumption.
Government officials note that landlocked geography limits access to fruit imports, impacting price stability and product availability. According to FAO classifications, Tajikistan remains in the "Low-Income Food-Deficit Country" group, alongside Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan.
Source: www.asiaplustj.info
