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Domestic production covers demand for key staples as food exports and local trade continue to grow
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Kazakhstan has reached full domestic supply coverage for most socially important food products, with self-sufficiency exceeding 100 per cent in several key categories, according to the country’s Ministry of Trade and Integration.
The nation currently meets internal demand for major food staples, including sunflower oil, flour, rice, potatoes, onions, carrots, pasta, beef and lamb. Domestic production also covers almost all demand for milk and eggs, as reported by Kazinform, a TV BRICS partner.
The progress reflects the continued expansion of Kazakhstan’s agricultural and food processing sectors, strengthening the country’s ability to provide essential goods from local sources while reducing dependence on external supplies.
According to government data, the food sector became one of the main drivers of this growth, expanding by almost 30 per cent.
Kazakhstan has also strengthened its position in international food markets. Between January and May 2026, food exports increased by 34.4 per cent, reaching US$1.6 billion.
At the same time, the share of critical imports in the domestic market has declined to 14.7 per cent, indicating growing demand for locally produced goods and improved competitiveness of national producers.
Domestic products now account for around 83 per cent of socially important food items available in shops across Kazakhstan. In some categories, including dairy products, locally produced goods represent between 70 per cent and 90 per cent of market supply.
The government expects continued development of agricultural production, processing capacity and export opportunities to further strengthen Kazakhstan’s food security and economic resilience.
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