FAO keeps promoting green agriculture in Uzbekistan supporting the transition to a green economy
Uzbekistan is taking critical steps to strengthen environmental protection and sustainability in its agrifood sector, with a particular focus on reducing harmful pesticide use. FAO is supporting this transformation through Regional Technical Platform on Green Agriculture.
Strengthening Environmental Protection in Agriculture
As environmental degradation and climate change pose increasing risks—especially in terms of water scarcity and soil health—the country is prioritizing greener, more resilient agricultural practices. In this context, promoting sustainable alternatives to chemical inputs is essential for safeguarding ecosystems, protecting public health, and securing the long-term productivity of the land.
FAO's Support for Green Agriculture
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is helping Uzbekistan through its Regional Technical Platform on Green Agriculture. Uzbekistan, along with Armenia, Kazakhstan, and Kyrgyzstan, is assessing how its current policies align with green agriculture principles, aiming for efficiency, inclusivity, and sustainability in farming.
Uzbekistan’s Green Economy Initiatives
Complementing these efforts, the government of Uzbekistan declared 2025 as the year of environmental protection and green economy. This national activity aims to boost efforts for a more sustainable and resilient future for Uzbekistan. FAO—together with the Ministry of Ecology, Environmental Protection and Climate Change and with funding from the European Union—is implementing the project “Technical Assistance for Sound Management of Hazardous Chemicals in Uzbekistan.” As part of this project,a national workshop on green agriculture in Uzbekistan was held to promote environmental sustainability and biological plant protection strategies on 15 April 2025 in Tashkent.
Vulnerability to Climate Change
Rovshan Fayziev, Director of the Ministry of Ecology, highlighted Uzbekistan’s vulnerability to climate change, particularly its impact on freshwater resources. He emphasized the need for green economy efforts to improve resource efficiency and mitigate environmental degradation.
The Role of Partnerships in Green Agriculture
FAO’s Tania Santivanez stressed that transitioning to green agriculture requires partnerships, capacity-building, technology transfer, and financial support. The workshop provided a platform to discuss ways to build climate resilience, reduce chemical inputs, and promote sustainable rural development in Uzbekistan.
The FAO will continue to collaborate with national and international partners to support the shift to environmentally sound agricultural practices, ensuring a more sustainable future for Uzbekistan’s agriculture.
Source: www.fao.org